Re: [arr] ARR - his name means a lot and keeps me going and inspired!!!

[Kalyan K]

Yeshrao...my thoughts are exactly inline with your write-up.  Beautiful.

Kalyan K.

On Fri, Sep 3, 2010 at 11:47 PM, yeshrao81  wrote:

>
>
> Today I sat down to think what AR Rahman means to me and ...
>
> AR Rahman - the name does not just stands for world class music - which is
> a well known fact!
>
> For me, ARR is also about peace, humility, perseverance, respect,
> inspiration, divinity, politeness, patriotism, wisdom, teamwork, creative
> genius, spiritual, caring, one who respects mother, one who pushes his
> ability every time to redefine something no one else has achieved and so
> many other noble qualities.
>
> I am deeply saddened by the fact that media does not know the real worth of
> such a lovely Indian and is too quick to forget the pride he has brought to
> our country! ARR should come out of this and redeem his lost pride and
> answer his critics with his music!
>
> I thought this episode must have created pain within ARR and upset him a
> lot...But then I realized his words of wisdom "All fame is God's and God
> given; He does not own anything in this world including fame, money etc...
> Therefore if fame or money were to go away from him suddenly, he stands to
> lose nothing and its again God's wish".
>
> He is such a great person and proved himself so much that his fame can
> never be diminished, despite petty events like this one...
>
> Something in me says that this will be a new phase in ARR's career and he
> is going to create several Roja's and Dil Se's all again (though they woul
> be musically quite different). Something in me says that ARR is going to
> create path-breaking scores never before attempted. Something in me says the
> whole world is going to celebrate our man like never before.
>
> This expectation and my belief that it will be met 100% by ARR is what
> keeps me going crazily after him. I wish and would like him to be regarded
> as the best globally...which is quite within reach given his talents! I am
> waiting for that day..the day when FIFA asks Rahman to score the anthem or
> when Spielberg asks Rahman to score for his film or when Rahman releases his
> own album globally and stumps everyone
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Do we need to defend A R Rahman? Some thoughts....

[Kalyan K]

Superb Article.

Kalyan K.

On Fri, Sep 3, 2010 at 7:53 PM, myown_niche  wrote:

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>
>
> http://reticentexpressions.blogspot.com/2010/09/do-we-need-to-defend-r-rahman.html
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Video: Congresswoman Sheila Jackson talks about AR Rahman

[Kalyan K]

All AR bashers, AR-bashing Media should felt ashamed on seeing this video.
See the way, the Western people having high regards for AR.

But, here in india, itz a very sorry situation here.   Wht happened to you
people?   Jiyo, utho, badho, jeeto, Tera mera jahaan let’s go.

Kalyan K.

On Thu, Sep 2, 2010 at 7:07 PM, Sriram S  wrote:

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>
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hghqiviSaw0
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Time for the Fans to do the job

[Kalyan K]

Rightly said WiredBeats.   All AR Fans, Let's just stop talking. Instead
Letz Act.  Yes, this is high time for us to do the job.  Letz promote the
song from our end and letz show the world the beauty of CWG song.

Fantastic idea wiredbeats.  Thanks for that.

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Sep 1, 2010 at 11:43 PM, wiredbeats  wrote:

>
>
> Play the CWG track all the freakin time, promote it, play it in your car,
> house, office, if you are a DJ..play it loud in your club. Just play it all
> the freakin time in front of other people...let them all get a chance to
> grow into the track.
>
> Time for Fans to do the job. Remember, this rarely happens with AR.Infact
> never.
>
>
> ---
>
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> atwiredbeats.com <http://www.wiredbeats.com>
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] CWG song & waka waka

[Kalyan K]

I Second your arguments.  Especially, the first point.  I think that made
the Media and people set their expectations very very very high.

But, at the same time i personally do believe AR has done complete justice
to the song and the Song is rocking.

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Aug 31, 2010 at 10:32 AM, light4_u  wrote:

>
>
> I will try to be very honest in my views. As been one of the biggest fans
> of ARR since years I m extremly disappointed with the song. Its not bad but
> its not even close to the capability of ARR n his name in the music world,
> he should, he could, he would have done much much better than this.
>
> The things went wrong in cwg song according to me r,
>
> 1. When some media guy asked him "is it like waka waka ?" ARR responded to
> that "we tried to go beyond than waka waka" or some thing like that he
> replied. With this reply of ARR people started to expect the song better
> than chaiyyan chiyaan or maa tujhe salaam, he shouldn't have said that but
> insted he should have said "no its not like waka waka its different from
> that". He also said that i m working on it since 6 months. When he can
> deliver the whole sound track like slumdog millionaire within 21 days its
> but natural that people will expect him to give 100 times better a single
> song than the songs of sdm.
>
> 2. I loved waka waka song. Waka waka's tune was simple but melodious. Song
> was catchy, peppy, groovy easy to sing, easy to tap one's feet on it, superb
> video n shakira's charm.
>
> 3. ARR's music n compositions r difficult to understand for many people, it
> takes time to grow, though many people cant understand his music even afer
> 100 times listen.
>
> 4. ARR's movies n private albums not ment for whole india but for arr's
> fans n those people who can understand music very wel. Cwg song is for whole
> india n every1 wants to be it like their taste. We (arr fans) care a damn
> when others dont like his music for movies or private album's, but this time
> the case is different because he was suppose to give a song which can easily
> sung by every indian n loved by every1 (he tried to do so) but he couldn't
> reach his goal.
>
> 5. This kind of phase which arr is going through is not first time it has
> happened before also when people tried to demoralise him n tried very hard
> to lower his popularity, but by the grace of Almighty he only climed higher
> n higher. This phase is worst. But whenever that happened when his work was
> critisized at the extreme level he came with a BANG and silented all his
> critics. First, at the time of Daud n other movies of his at that time, he
> came with Taal etc., second time at the time of Bose-the forgetton hero n
> movies of his at that time, he came with RDB. ARR n Sachin Tendulkar r
> alike, whenever people say sachin is finish now, he hits a century, whenever
> people stared saying arr is gonna be a history now he came with the best
> music anyone can give in the world.
>
> This is the same kind of phase from which arr is going through right now,
> but i m very much sure that sooner or later he will make every1 silent once
> again inshaAllah taala.
>
> with best regards,
> Shehzad.
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Is ARR a God or a super power human?

[Kalyan K]

Perfect Write-Up

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 3:41 PM, live for arr Live wrote:

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>
> No.
>
> he is a normal human being like us. he has got that extra god given talent
> called "music" with which he pleases millions of people around the world.
> Every human being is capable of making mistakes, cannot do every time the
> right thing. So, I request the fans to understand that he cannot produce
> music which will satisy ur ears every time u hear it. there are lots of
> generes in music in the world. every person who hears cannot like all the
> generes. So, hear only what u like. ARR cannot score music for the vieweres
> which he/she likes. He scores the music 4 a films based on the situation
> which the director gives. He cannot score a Thiruda thiruda for  every
> album. If he scores Thiruda thiruda for  every album, thn what will the fan
> say "ARR is become repetitive. The scores sounds like Thiruda thiruda only",
> u would have not got a Bombay, Dilse, Taal, Jodha Akabar etc. Please
> understand this basic thing before writing some thing.
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] V K Malhotra not impressed with Rahman's CWG theme song

[Kalyan K]

Rightly Said Roshan...We need to remember that it's west only which
recognised AR's talent and potential and rewarded him with OScars, BAFTAs,
Golden Globes, Grammys, Crtic Awards and others (and many more to come..).

These people (Not all, some) will never change.  They don't know to
appreciate the talent and efforts of their own Mother Land's Son.

Kalyan K.

On Sun, Aug 29, 2010 at 6:29 PM, Roshan  wrote:

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>
> these days, people are trying their best to write him off as a pre-oscars
> wonder.  looking at the comments on Youtube and our own media, they are
> pretending to be unhappy with the song just so they can find one more reason
> to poke fun at the delays and bad press about CWG
>
> I don't know why but indian media doesn't like people getting famous for
> the right reasons.  May be AR shouldn't compose for events like these..
> because these things will inevitably turn into a political blame war. And AR
> will become the victim of badpress just because he was associated with it.
>
> No one will even recognize the hardwork went into making the music.
>
>
> On Sun, Aug 29, 2010 at 2:46 PM, live for arr Live 
> wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> *New Delhi: * A R Rahman's Commonwealth Games theme song has failed to
>> impress the CWG Organising Committee's Executive Board member V K Malhotra,
>> who feels the composition has "fallen short of expectations".
>>
>> "Oh yaaro, yeh India bula liya", which was launched amid much fanfare by
>> the Oscar-winning composer yesterday has been given a thumbs down by
>> Malhotra, who has suggested that the song be reworked.
>>
>> "This song has fallen short of expectations. We had a expected a better
>> anthem for the Games from a composer of Rahman's status," Malhotra, also the
>> vice-president of the Indian Olympic Association, said.
>>
>> "He has given some very good songs like 'Maa Tujhe Salaam' but this song
>> is not that impressive. We hope that the song is made better because there
>> is still some time for the Games," he added.
>>
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>>
>>
>> Rahman sang it in front of a gathering which included Delhi Chief Minister
>> Sheila Dikshit, her Haryana counterpart Bhupinder Singh Hooda and CWG
>> Organising Committee Chairman Suresh Kalmadi yesterday.
>>
>> "I feel honoured to get the opportunity to compose the theme song for the
>> mega-event. It was not an easy task. I had started composing it six months
>> ago and finished just last night," Rahman said after the launch.
>>
>> The launch of the theme song had been delayed after the Group of Ministers
>> overseeing the quadrennial sporting extravaganza asked Rahman to change it a
>> little bit.
>>
>> Read more at:
>> http://www.ndtv.com/article/sports/v-k-malhotra-not-impressed-with-rahman-s-cwg-theme-song-47974?cp
>>
>>
>
>
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>  
>

Re: [arr] Why the past songs are better

[Kalyan K]

Roshan, thanks for the wonderful post.

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Aug 23, 2010 at 5:30 AM, Roshan  wrote:

>
>
> A lot of our members have expressed their feelings that AR Rahman was
> better in his 90s.  Though I don't agree with them I have my favorites from
> the past.  Not just from Rahman. From all the composers, musicians and
> singers.
>
> But the fact is that it is not because the songs were better in the past.
> it is because we always hold on to our past. be it songs, incidents, falling
> in love, breakups, marraige functions, first job, college graduation, a
> great friend.. the whole life.  We always think that past was somehow
> better.  We are always worried about the future.  don't we cherish  memories
> from our childhood and teenage ?  It is the same with songs.  when we hear
> an old song, it triggers memories of incidents, people, happiness or sadness
> that we related to that particular song.
>
> Beatles' Yesterday is an absolute favorite of mine.  there are plenty of
> great songs even better than that one. but it brings me back the memory of a
> great time had in Brunei when I got my first job there in 2003. That is when
> I started listening to international artistes often and on top of that I was
> in love. And, when I hear it now, it gives makes me feel like I have lost
> something but, in reality I haven't.
>
> I love Tanha Tanha from rangeela a lot.  it is a great song, musically. But
> the reason I love it the most is because that is when I got my first
> portable cassette player (Videocon Walkman) along with a cassette of
> rangeela as a gift.  I did my schooling in a hostel, and I became a popular
> kid because I had a walkman.  lots of kids would come to our dormitory to
> listen to the songs. So, we put some money together and bought a speaker and
> placed it on top of a cardboard box with a hole in it, so the rest of the
> kids can hear it.   I was so excited. because not only I got more friends, I
> was doing something with electronics stuff.. cutting the earphones and
> connecting the wires to the speaker, making the sound go louder with just
> one cardboard box with a hole! I felt like I was Einstein!
>
> now, when I hear that song.. it brings back memories of my friends, that
> cardboard box, that videocon walkman, and my great school and teachers.
>
> We all talk about how great the classics were.  we regard RD Burman,
> Noushad, Ilaya Raja and the whole lot of great musicians as the best and
> some people even compare them with today's musicians and talk about how
> music has lost its soul.  It hasn't lost any soul. it is because those
> people related to their most cherished memories when they hear their
> favorites.   give today's music another 20 to 30 years and we will be
> talking about how great the 2010's music were.
>
> It is same for AR Rahman.  the reason why some of you think that ar rahman
> created better music in 90s is because you were probably teenagers or
> children during that time and probably were having the greatest times of
> your life. there were lots of things happening,  experiencing new things..
> and probably ar rahman's music even helped you a lot at that time. and when
> you hear it now, you are taken back to that golden era of your life.
>
>
> try to understand that fact before saying ar rahman's music lost the
> soul.   it only means that you have grown up,  you  have become more
> experienced, aged and wiser ( and probably grayer and fatter - no offense,
> just for fun.). get into the mindset of a teenager again and see if you all
> can enjoy the Kala Bandar and Jai Ho and Fiqraana and even Enthiran.   I bet
> you will.
>
> sorry about the long post :)
>
>
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> http://ramblingsoul.com
> http://cssheaven.org
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Re: Why ARR's music clicks ! and more......

[Kalyan K]

Yes...Rahman makes life beautiful for me too..

Kalyan K>

On Mon, Aug 9, 2010 at 5:01 PM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Your words echo everything that I think about when it comes to ARR! Yes, it
> takes a lot of hard work to create music for films and it's too easy for
> someone to criticize it and not appreciate the creative thinking behind the
> product. I think intelligent criticism is ok if balanced with praise too.
> Some people act so entitled as if ARR owes them somethingtheir dream
> album.PLEASE! And you're right...ARR is one of the most daring and
> boldest composers too as his musical experiments are always risky, paving
> new musical directions, but much credit to him, they are usually very
> successful!
>
> And yes...Rahman makes life s beautiful for me too..
>
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "DineshVaidya"  wrote:
> >
> > That is why I wrote this post, I couldn't digest some of the loose
> "critical" analysis of Rahman's hard work on this group and thought the
> "HARD WORK" behind ARR's efforts needs to be highlighted.
> >
> > It is extremely easy to make "pseudo-intellectual" remarks as to how ARR
> should have or shouldn't have handled a particular song or album. But if the
> critic himself is an artist or a performer or understands what goes into
> such creative efforts, he will think again before making such baseless and
> loose comments.
> >
> > It just takes few statements and fewer minutes to write such a review
> critisizing ARR's work.. but prior to that it takes almost an year for
> ARR to work on that creation. We should remember that and respect that.
> >
> > Artists, performers, composers don't have any benchmark as to what will
> click and what will not unlike other professions. They are totally at sea as
> there is no fixed formula to figure out if their creation will go down well
> or not.
> >
> > From that angle, having seen ARR's career right from day 1 ( that is Roja
> ofcourse ) I am amazed at his ability to go against tide, ability to take
> risks and his belief in his own strong points.
> >
> > Rahman will be credited with the unique distinction of changing the SOUND
> OF INDIAN FILM MUSIC. Till he arrived, in "most" of the cases ( barring some
> exceptions ofcourse ) film songs were used as a prop to fill up gaps in the
> film or as a point where the audience could go out of theater and take fresh
> air. Rahman made us fill up the theatre to soak in the beautiful melodies.
> Rahman's songs enjoy the distinction as a LEAD HERO in any movie. For me, I
> watch all movies in which ARR has scored because I want to experience the
> magical sound of ARR.
> >
> > That is what clicks for Rahman and because of him LIFE IS BEAUTIFUL !
> >
> > Jai HO !
> >
> > Dinesh Vaidya
> > The Wandering Souls "Rahmania"
> > Pune
> >
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Ravi Alagappan  wrote:
> > >
> > > Feeling so good reading this mail thread, so many nice things about
> ARR.
> > > Reading mail threads of this kind, this is what I am here for
> > >
> > > Proud being ARR fan...
> > >
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Re: Why ARR's music clicks !

[Kalyan K]

Dinesh and AJ, Beautiful and true observations indeed.  Adding to your
observations,  i think AR was able to churn out such a magical music mainly
due to technical brilliance and most importantly due to his personal
qualities like humbleness, spirtuality, humility, surrendering himself to
God etc.  Thats the reason, his music always touches the heart.  I dont
think anyone in this world , can produce music which touches the heart, even
though that person is technically exceptional.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Aug 7, 2010 at 10:50 PM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Dinesh, you covered all the important points!!! Great analysis Totally
> agree
>
> For me, his music makes me feel things that no other musician or artist can
> make me feel. I think his music comes down to emotionsbeyond
> wizzardry, technical geniusit's the feelings generated within the
> listener that are most important and to me is the number one reason why
> ARR's music is such a global ragehis music is full of concentrated
> emotions and touches your heart. So, I would say points 7 and 8 in your list
> are the main reasons why his music is so loved throughout the world.
>
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "DineshVaidya"  wrote:
> >
> > Instead of trying to be the JUDGE of ARR's hardwork as some of us are
> doing, i will try to look into various reasons which makes ARR's music click
> always. Do add your points if you have your own reasons / analysis
> >
> > 1. ARR is constantly trying new Genre for his music as diverse as Spanish
> (Latin), Arabic, folk, classical,... & & . He has not typecasted himself
> into only one or two genre.
> > 2. His music is layered, multyphonic and not just stereo so everytime I
> listen the songs, I find something new. He does not follow a fixed pattern,
> his music is more like Jazz.
> > 3. He gives chance to fresh talent, is not afraid of trying new voice or
> instruments so each song has a distinct identity and there is no
> repetitiveness.
> > 4. He works hard on his typical sound "Rahman sound" so whennever I hear
> even a bit of his song somewhere, there is instant recollection.
> > 5. He is a genuinely talented and humble fellow who minds his own work
> and stays into his core area of competence. So you don't associate ARR with
> controversies.
> > 6. He listens to feedback especially from fans and ( I am told ) takes
> corrective actions if required.
> > 7. His songs ( not all, but most of them ) have a touch of sadness / a
> hint of melancholy and that is something unique, it makes his music very
> very special.
> > 8. Being a spiritual person, he structures his music on spirituality and
> thus it goes straight to heart.
> >
> > What's your view ?
> >
> > Jai HO !
> >
> > Dinesh Vaidya
> > The Wandering Souls "Rahmania"
> > Pune
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] A.R.Rahman- the epitome of a true music virtuoso

[Kalyan K]

Enjoyed the write-up.  Good Review.

Kalyan K.

On Thu, Aug 5, 2010 at 12:11 PM, Gayathri  wrote:

>
>
> With the heavy workload for the past 1 month, I hardly had any time to
> spend on myself…no movies, no hangouts with friends, no chatting and/or
> interacting on the net, and no music :( So, when the last of my
> assignments were sent in last Friday, my mind was all set to embrace the
> activities that I've missed thus far.
>
> Call it fate, but Endhiran's audio release was set at a time when I desired
> the much-needed emancipation from the maddening world…and boy, what a relief
> it brought to my life.
>
> Honestly speaking, I wasn't expecting much from Endhiran soundtracks.
> Western, particularly techno music has never been my favorite. Why, even
> when the whole world went ga-ga over the funky Hello Doctor and Kalloori
> Salai (when Kadhal Desam was released), I've been more moved by the blissful
> Thendrale and Anbe Anbe from the same film. And with the kind of film
> Enthiran was anticipated to be, I was very sure that there weren't going to
> be any soulful melodies in the tracks. Nevertheless, Enthiran is definitely
> an album which stands tall among others, even as it continues to create a
> delightful impact on the listeners.
>
> Leaving the musical aspect of the album to the experts, I'm merely here to
> share my experience with the album. The album starts out with Puthiya
> Manidha, which also happens to be my favourite track. The prelude music,
> coupled the chanting of "Puthiya Manidha" in sci-fi tune (who is this guy?)
> and Kathijah's soulful voice creates a certain anticipation in yourself.
> Well, if you know ARR's music, then you'll definitely know that this number
> is just going to get bigger! And before you could stop thinking, the song
> hits you like a bang! SPB pushes into the front lane and with the occasional
> support from ARR, delivers a splendid performance. And yes, the whole song
> has a techno feel to it, but it's far from being loud and noisy. There's a
> life in this song, a soul waiting to embrace the world…and by the end of the
> song, you know that Enthiran has born to rule the world.
>
> Kadhal Anukkal didn't create an impact on the first listen as Puthiya
> Manidha did to me. To begin with, it took me some time to realize that it's
> Vijay Prakash who delivering the number. Is he the same guy who sang
> Hossanna? He definitely sounds different. At times, I even felt that he was
> imitating Udit Narayan's way of singing. Maybe he's not but I certainly
> wasn't taken by his singing nor the song….at first. With repeated hearing,
> you realize what you've missed at the first listen. Sounds you've never
> heard before, the cheekiness in Vijay's voice, the joy in Shreya's and a
> positive vibrancy in the whole number. The song sound fresher after numerous
> hearing. It's my fault for dismissing Vijay too soon. He was amazing. Shreya
> was at her usual best, and leaves a distinguished mark with the way she
> loops around the notes at the end of the song. Wish she had continued
> singing the notes a little longer.  I still don't listen to this number as
> much as I enjoyed listening to Puthiya Manidha, but yes, this is definitely
> a track to look out for.
>
> ARR switches back to techno with Irumbile oru Idhayam. The song exudes
> sci-fi and techno music at its best. Was I thinking that this would be
> soulful? A definite no, but surprisingly and funnily, it is. The whole idea
> about this number is to project a man who feels love blossoming from his
> heart of steel. ARR uses the right techno sounds to present the number. The
> high technology, sci-fi tune depicts the robot's inflexion, while the
> lyrics, regardless of how funny or techno centric they are, illustrate his
> feelings towards his lover.
>
> In fact, I would group Irumbile Oru Idhayam in the same category of Chitti
> Dance Showcase and Boom Boom Robo Da. They are definitely exciting; with
> amazing, crisp, clear, sci-fi sounds nevertheless, I failed to strike a
> chord with any of them. With the right visuals though, these songs would
> definitely create a rage in future, but for the time being, they stay at the
> bottom of my favorite track list.
>
> Arima Arima on the other hand belongs to a different genre. I must admit
> that the number has yet to grow on me but I'm starting to have a fondness on
> the grandiose that the number exudes. After a long time, Hariharan is back
> to ARR's camp…and as usual, he deals the high notes with élan. Sadhana
> Sargam on the other hand, is someone I prefer to hear in softer melodies.
> For some reasons, I alway

Re: [arr] Irumbile - Million Dollar Question

[Kalyan K]

I strongly believe the words.  Imagine India having 65% of Rahmaniacs and
all these people following his morals.  The output will be Humble,
spiritual, beautiful, unselfish, talented Super Power India.

This is just my personal opinion.

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Aug 4, 2010 at 8:14 PM, wowjai36  wrote:

>
>
> Is there anybody in this group who knows Tamil but still doesnt like
> Irumbile Ore Idhayam?
>
> - If 65% of Indians are Rahmaniacs, India would become a super power.
> Spread Rahmanji's music and most importantly his morals.
>
> - @Wowjai
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Irumbile Oru Idhayam - Hats off!!!

[Kalyan K]

Same here...Mesmerizing rendition by AR... "iRobo un Kaadhil I love you
sollataa".   This phraes keeps on playing in my mind..

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Aug 4, 2010 at 1:24 AM, Thulasi Ram  wrote:

>
>
> Billion kisses to this song!
>
> ARRs voice is the only reason, and the way he rendered it in a relatively
> complex song (has lots of up and down moments in terms of pitching) is
> simply superb. never imagined that i wud hear such a shade of voice from
> ARR.
>
> iRobo un kaadhil i love u solla than ! the line
> and ARRs rendition kindles my hormones!!! ARR should seriously consider
> singing english songs in upcoming hollywood albums/ventures.
>
> Robot started slowly for me but now its rocking me! i'm rejuvenated. thanx
> ARR! u rock...
>  
>

Re: [arr] Front Runner for National Awards 2010?

[Kalyan K]

Better dont keep your expectations dears.  National award Committee will
always goof up things.  If they are sincere and genuine in choosing the
right people, they should have given national award every year to AR.  May
be am sounding too biased, but i cant help it.  AR's music deserves them.

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Aug 4, 2010 at 12:18 AM, dass  wrote:

>
>
> VTV, Raavanan, Endhiran
>
> Of these three albums from ARR this year, for sure, VTV will be the front
> runner for National Awards 2010 in film music direction category.
>
> I am hoping that VTV will bring him this award for best music direction for
> the record number of times. What a lovely music it is!
>
> Are there any strong contenders for this film? What do you think?
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Irumbile - To Like or not to Like?

[Kalyan K]

AJ,

In my office and also in my neighbourhood,  all the people who like irumbile
were in 30's only.  No offence meant.  :-)

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Aug 4, 2010 at 4:09 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> This song seems to be polarizing us into two campslike its and not like
> its. Some are raving about it saying it's the best song in the album. I can
> see why this song is so popular simply because it's so groove oriented and
> because ARR is singing it in a robotic voice. Hif ARR wasn't singing
> it, would it still be as liked?
>
> I wonder why ARR choose this song to sing. Maybe for diversity...wanted to
> try his voice on another techno track besides Fannah?
>
> Anyway, to me, the song is catchy, but that's it. Maybe if I were a
> teenager, I would like it more! Us oldies (in my 30s) like more variety in a
> track!
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] About my reviews...

[Kalyan K]

Chord!! we love and adore your reviews.  As sajin rightly quoted, thats a
perfect itenary for us for every ARR's music release.  Keep posting your
wonderful and straight from the heart reviews.

Kalyan K.



On Wed, Aug 4, 2010 at 4:14 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Thanks everyone for reading my reviews and your kind comments. I write
> reviews not expecting praise or attention...it's a hobby for me and I do it
> for my own self expression and satisfaction. If anyone is patient enough to
> read my reviews and write a kind comment, that is bonus to me.
>
> My reviews tend to be long and verbose, I know that. I like to be very
> descriptive about the songs, explaining what I like and why I like it,
> pointing out a lot of details. I'm sorry if my reviews are not the most
> reader friendly! I simply don't have time to go back and edit them and make
> them more concise. Please forgive me for this.
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Kalyan K  wrote:
> >
> > Nice review Chord...But i love irumbile too..Hope it will grow on you in
> > coming days.
> >
> > Kalyan K.
> >
> > On Tue, Aug 3, 2010 at 6:33 PM, Roshan  wrote:
> >
> > >
> > >
> > > Nice review, Chord. took some time to read the whole thing though.
> > > although i couldn't like the whole album. i do agree with the Puthiya
> > > Manidha. This one has really grown on me.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On Tue, Aug 3, 2010 at 6:41 AM, AJ  wrote:
> > >
> > >>
> > >>
> > >> Gopal,
> > >>
> > >> Please add the following to my original post title: 1100110
> > >>
> > >> Please resubmit. Thanks.
> > >>
> > >> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com 
> > >>  40yahoogroups.com>,
> > >> "AJ"  wrote:
> > >> >
> > >> > Enthiran Music Review
> > >> >
> > >> > I decided to write this review sooner than I thought due to the
> songs
> > >> having a more instant impact and having listened to the whole album at
> least
> > >> 15 times since it came out. Further time is not going to change my
> opinions.
> > >> My comments are only on the music, not the lyrics.
> > >> >
> > >> > I wonder if we really understand and appreciate the difficulty of
> > >> Rahman's job, no matter how musically brilliant he is. He is human
> after
> > >> all, and not a robot. He has to keep in mind so many expectations and
> > >> demands, esp. when you have a leading film-maker and superstar with
> his own
> > >> fan following….Rajinikant. Post Oscars, the expectations for Rahman
> have
> > >> only grown and I truly wonder how he manages to rise to the occasion
> each
> > >> time, whether we ourselves like an album or not. With Shankar and
> Rajinikant
> > >> at hand, boy, Rahman must try to keep a lot of people happy all at
> once, yet
> > >> creating music fitting for the movie that's supposed to have sci fi,
> robo
> > >> themes! If there's anyone who can do justice to these demands, it's
> Rahman.
> > >> The hype around the music release of this album is one of the biggest
> I've
> > >> seen in a while…..touted as one of the finest films, most expensive
> films,
> > >> etc.
> > >> >
> > >> > Pudiya Manidha whisks us away to a land of robos and futuristic sci
> fi,
> > >> and man, does it ever leave a mark! One of the sleekest masterpieces
> Rahman
> > >> has ever come out with in my opinion, this song oozes with
> etherealness,
> > >> groove, punch, mystery, intrigue, and trance. This track takes me to
> another
> > >> world truly with Rahman's sweet touches….crystal, progressive synth
> sound
> > >> effects, warm ambiance, loopy synths, and the ever soothing and
> captivating
> > >> string arrangements. Post Khatija Rahman's soulful singing and
> bleating goat
> > >> sounds, the song picks up speed with rhythms and SPB's spritely
> singing.
> > >> Notice how the strings mimic the synth loop melody, only adding depth
> and
> > >> character to an already richly bestowed track. Based loosely on raaga
> > >> Bhimpalas, the song takes a soaring route during the heavenly string
> > >> interlude. Beautiful choral additions are appreciated, adding a stark
> > >> spirituality and sonic texture along with SP

Re: [arr] For those who are bashing Enthiran's music....

[Kalyan K]

I second this chord.

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Aug 4, 2010 at 4:29 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> ...I have a question for you (maybe this does not include anyone in this
> group)
>
> Given the type of film that this is, the director, Rajinikant fans, etc.,
> how else would you have liked the music to have turned out? Now, I'm not
> asking this question to those who have specific and intelligent criticisms
> of points in this album (like sound, lyrics, etc.), but for those who are
> calling this album a complete washout.
>
> Please give us your suggestions as to how Rahman should have scored
> differently given the type of movie in mind. Did you want soulful, soft,
> melodious numbers like in Zubeidaa? Sufi music? Kathak music?
>
> Please enlighten us!
>
> My point is that if want to bash a music album completely that's tied to a
> film, maybe you should direct some of your ire towards the type of movie and
> the director who extracts the music from the MD and has a say as to which
> songs would be allowed and not allowed. For Enthiran, Rahman had so score a
> type of music that was apt for the film at hand, just like all his film
> albums. If the music is not your cup of tea, say, "this music is not my
> taste, but maybe others will like it", but please stop the bashing and
> accusing Rahman of this, that, and everything else! He's not making private
> albums!!!
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Endhiran songs are more cooler with the visuals on !

[Kalyan K]

True :-)

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Aug 2, 2010 at 10:51 PM, Farzad Khaleel  wrote:

>
>
> Looks much promising with the visuals... Irumbilae Idhayam was too cool
> with the visuals..
>
> Sad that all the criticizers will have a bad time later !
>
> --
> Farzad Khaleel
> www.rahmaniac.com
>  
>

Re: [arr] Re: Enthiran Music Review - A 4 Point Masterpiece Only - 1100110

[Kalyan K]

Nice review Chord...But i love irumbile too..Hope it will grow on you in
coming days.

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Aug 3, 2010 at 6:33 PM, Roshan  wrote:

>
>
> Nice review, Chord. took some time to read the whole thing though.
> although i couldn't like the whole album. i do agree with the Puthiya
> Manidha.  This one has really grown on me.
>
>
>
>
> On Tue, Aug 3, 2010 at 6:41 AM, AJ  wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> Gopal,
>>
>> Please add the following to my original post title: 1100110
>>
>> Please resubmit. Thanks.
>>
>> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
>> "AJ"  wrote:
>> >
>> > Enthiran Music Review
>> >
>> > I decided to write this review sooner than I thought due to the songs
>> having a more instant impact and having listened to the whole album at least
>> 15 times since it came out. Further time is not going to change my opinions.
>> My comments are only on the music, not the lyrics.
>> >
>> > I wonder if we really understand and appreciate the difficulty of
>> Rahman's job, no matter how musically brilliant he is. He is human after
>> all, and not a robot. He has to keep in mind so many expectations and
>> demands, esp. when you have a leading film-maker and superstar with his own
>> fan following….Rajinikant. Post Oscars, the expectations for Rahman have
>> only grown and I truly wonder how he manages to rise to the occasion each
>> time, whether we ourselves like an album or not. With Shankar and Rajinikant
>> at hand, boy, Rahman must try to keep a lot of people happy all at once, yet
>> creating music fitting for the movie that's supposed to have sci fi, robo
>> themes! If there's anyone who can do justice to these demands, it's Rahman.
>> The hype around the music release of this album is one of the biggest I've
>> seen in a while…..touted as one of the finest films, most expensive films,
>> etc.
>> >
>> > Pudiya Manidha whisks us away to a land of robos and futuristic sci fi,
>> and man, does it ever leave a mark! One of the sleekest masterpieces Rahman
>> has ever come out with in my opinion, this song oozes with etherealness,
>> groove, punch, mystery, intrigue, and trance. This track takes me to another
>> world truly with Rahman's sweet touches….crystal, progressive synth sound
>> effects, warm ambiance, loopy synths, and the ever soothing and captivating
>> string arrangements. Post Khatija Rahman's soulful singing and bleating goat
>> sounds, the song picks up speed with rhythms and SPB's spritely singing.
>> Notice how the strings mimic the synth loop melody, only adding depth and
>> character to an already richly bestowed track. Based loosely on raaga
>> Bhimpalas, the song takes a soaring route during the heavenly string
>> interlude. Beautiful choral additions are appreciated, adding a stark
>> spirituality and sonic texture along with SPB's split octave singing,
>> creating a very balanced and satisfying bass/treble aural experience on all
>> frequencies. This track will likely go down as one of my favorites in ARR's
>> entire repertoire for the reasons outlined above and for reasons I just
>> can't put into words, but can only feel and experience. For a techno/trance
>> number, it's very spiritual in feel! A complete masterpiece from start to
>> finish, what a way to kick off
>> >
>> > A contrasting, more acoustic, upbeat and happier track follows as Shreya
>> and Vijay Prakash please us with lilting singing and joy in Kaadhal Annukal.
>> Rahman's use of rhythm acoustic guitar layered with the sweet accordion and
>> mouth organ/harmonica is extremely appealing aurally with incredible
>> sweetness! Beautiful interludes highlight this earthy and charming song with
>> a Scottish/Irish style using piccolo and accordion in the first, and a very
>> unconventional, out of the box mysterious and ambient synth section in the
>> second, showcasing ARR's brilliant creativity and craft. The second
>> interlude is truly outstanding as it gravitates away from the usual flowery
>> mood and organic sound and serves us something more electronic and spacey,
>> but never distracts the groove and momentum of the whole track! I just love
>> how ARR uses the strings so tastefully and craftily throughout the song
>> creating a very lush aural landscape, esp. in the end when Shreya's counter
>> melodic line joins in. A really sparkling track from start to finish for me
>> and this song just radiates freshness and innovativeness for an Indian film
>> song. The mel

Re: [arr] Re: KADHAL ANUKKAL - Irumbile ore Idhayam

[Kalyan K]

For me too..

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Aug 2, 2010 at 1:59 AM, wowjai36  wrote:

>
>
> To get mesmerized by Irumbile ore idhayam, one should know Tamil language
> to understand the sheer brilliance in which it has been sung.
>
> Otherwise, it might sound like a ordinary song for people for sometime
> [only sometime though].
>
> Am completely hooked to this song. On the first day, i didnt think I would
> get so much hooked to this song.
>
> Now it is in loop for me
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com , "AJ"
>  wrote:
> >
> > Irumbile Oru does not do it for me and probably won't in the future, but
> I can see how the youngsters will love it. Glad for those who enjoy it and
> I'm sure the song suits in the film.
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "Subramanian"  wrote:
> > >
> > > I beg to differ with your view points on Irumbile Oru Idhayam. Its not
> a masterpiece and its not my favourite in the soundtrack, yes but it is
> definitely not noisy or weak. In my opinion, its a typical AR techno song
> like Yaakai Thiri or Shano Shano and I like the feel of it.
> > > Trust me I hated both Yaakai Thiri and Shano Shano when I first
> listened to them. Though Shano Shano just managed to become a song I liked
> in the album, Yaakai Thiri became my favourite in Aayitha Ezhuthu. Just
> listen to Irumbile Oru Idhayam a few more times. I am sure it'll grow on u.
> > > And looks like AR has created this to satisfy one major portion of the
> Rajini fan following- Kids. I am sure kids would get addicted to this song..
> > >
> > > Jai Ho!
> > > SubRAHMANIAN
> > >
> > >
> > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "AJ"  wrote:
> > > >
> > > > I agree with you...too hyped and the Rahman sung techno song is my
> least favorite. And yes, the songs that you mentioned are the strongest for
> me too and I'm also loving Armima.
> > > >
> > > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "omindia1977"  wrote:
> > > > >
> > > > > Enthiran is good...too hyped up though...The A.R. Rahman song
> with Kash n Krissy is the weakest. Its too noisy, almost like a remix.
> Furthermore, not diggin' the chorus song, Arima Arima, yet, however Im sure
> it will Grow. Kilimanjaro, Intro Song, & Kadhal Anukkal are the picks so
> far..
> > > > >
> > > > >
> > > > > Also, to Mr. Fazil Anand, Please Do Not write in all Capitals or
> you will feel the wrath of this group. Reference Message #138465, for a
> brilliant explanation by the smartest man alive, Mr. Roshan
> > > > >
> > > > > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com,
> "fazil_anand"  wrote:
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > HI ALL
> > > > > >
> > > > > > FIRST OF ALL LET ME WISH U ALL A VERY HAPPY FRNDSHIP DAY... HRD
> ALL D SNGS OF ENDHIRAN & I TEL U I ABSOLUTELY LUVD ALL D SNGS... DIS ALBUM
> IS WIDOUT A DOUBT ANOTHER FEATHER IN ARR's CAP... BRILLIANT MINDBLOWING
> COMPOSITIONS... I JUS LUVD KADHAL ANUKKAL A LOT... TS SUCH A WONDERFUL SONG
> DAT EVERYTHNG ASSOCIATED WID D SNG IS OUTSTANDING... ARR'S MUSIC, VJ PRAKASH
> & SHREYA GHOSHAL'S SINGING & AM SURE LYK AL D SNGS DIS SNG WIL STAND TALL
> FOR ITS PICTURISATION BY D MASTER DIRECTOR SHANKAR...
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > WATS UR TAKE ON DIS PARTICULAR SONG GUYS??? POST IN UR VIEWS!!!
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > HAIL ARR!!!
> > > > > >
> > > > > >
> > > > > > ANAND
> > > > > >
> > > > >
> > > >
> > >
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Re: KADHAL ANUKKAL

[Kalyan K]

Loving Irumbile...

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Aug 2, 2010 at 6:55 AM, Rajesh Kumar  wrote:

>
>
> Agree agreeIrumbile is my pick too
>
> --
> *From:* Thulasi Ram 
> *To:* arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> *Sent:* Sun, August 1, 2010 11:57:29 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [arr] Re: KADHAL ANUKKAL
>
>
>
> irumbile is my pick in the album. that song does it all for me. stupendous
> stuff and ARR singing it is the highlight. different shade to his unique
> voice - like the way he sung MJs 'black or white' in the concert.
>
> i wish pudhiya manidha had more of SPB - like extended SPB portions. it wud
> have been a treat as well.
>
> On Sun, Aug 1, 2010 at 5:28 PM, viswa bharathy  yahoo.com
> > wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> yeah i too lik Irumbile a lot..
>>
>> <http://www.glitter-graphics.com/myspace/text_generator.php>
>>
>> --- On *Sun, 8/1/10, Subramanian > yahoo.com
>> >* wrote:
>>
>>
>> From: Subramanian >
>>
>> Subject: [arr] Re: KADHAL ANUKKAL
>> To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com 
>> Date: Sunday, August 1, 2010, 7:58 PM
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> I beg to differ with your view points on Irumbile Oru Idhayam. Its not a
>> masterpiece and its not my favourite in the soundtrack, yes but it is
>> definitely not noisy or weak. In my opinion, its a typical AR techno song
>> like Yaakai Thiri or Shano Shano and I like the feel of it.
>> Trust me I hated both Yaakai Thiri and Shano Shano when I first listened
>> to them. Though Shano Shano just managed to become a song I liked in the
>> album, Yaakai Thiri became my favourite in Aayitha Ezhuthu. Just listen to
>> Irumbile Oru Idhayam a few more times. I am sure it'll grow on u.
>> And looks like AR has created this to satisfy one major portion of the
>> Rajini fan following- Kids. I am sure kids would get addicted to this song..
>>
>> Jai Ho!
>> SubRAHMANIAN
>>
>> --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. 
>> com<http://mc/compose?to=arrahmanfans%40yahoogroups.com>,
>> "AJ"  wrote:
>> >
>> > I agree with you...too hyped and the Rahman sung techno song is my least
>> favorite. And yes, the songs that you mentioned are the strongest for me too
>> and I'm also loving Armima.
>> >
>> > --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. 
>> > com<http://mc/compose?to=arrahmanfans%40yahoogroups.com>,
>> "omindia1977"  wrote:
>> > >
>> > > Enthiran is good...too hyped up though.. .The A.R. Rahman song
>> with Kash n Krissy is the weakest. Its too noisy, almost like a remix.
>> Furthermore, not diggin' the chorus song, Arima Arima, yet, however Im sure
>> it will Grow. Kilimanjaro, Intro Song, & Kadhal Anukkal are the picks so
>> far..
>> > >
>> > >
>> > > Also, to Mr. Fazil Anand, Please Do Not write in all Capitals or you
>> will feel the wrath of this group. Reference Message #138465, for a
>> brilliant explanation by the smartest man alive, Mr. Roshan.. ..
>> > >
>> > > --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. 
>> > > com<http://mc/compose?to=arrahmanfans%40yahoogroups.com>,
>> "fazil_anand"  wrote:
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> > > > HI ALL
>> > > >
>> > > > FIRST OF ALL LET ME WISH U ALL A VERY HAPPY FRNDSHIP DAY... HRD ALL
>> D SNGS OF ENDHIRAN & I TEL U I ABSOLUTELY LUVD ALL D SNGS... DIS ALBUM IS
>> WIDOUT A DOUBT ANOTHER FEATHER IN ARR's CAP... BRILLIANT MINDBLOWING
>> COMPOSITIONS. .. I JUS LUVD KADHAL ANUKKAL A LOT... TS SUCH A WONDERFUL SONG
>> DAT EVERYTHNG ASSOCIATED WID D SNG IS OUTSTANDING. .. ARR'S MUSIC, VJ
>> PRAKASH & SHREYA GHOSHAL'S SINGING & AM SURE LYK AL D SNGS DIS SNG WIL STAND
>> TALL FOR ITS PICTURISATION BY D MASTER DIRECTOR SHANKAR...
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> > > > WATS UR TAKE ON DIS PARTICULAR SONG GUYS??? POST IN UR VIEWS!!!
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> > > > HAIL ARR!!!
>> > > >
>> > > >
>> > > > ANAND
>> > > >
>> > >
>> >
>>
>>
>>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] ARR's voice in Irumbile..

[Kalyan K]

AR having complete fun in irumbileso stylish..so..youthful..so
futuristic singing..

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Aug 2, 2010 at 3:43 AM, Pradeepan  wrote:

>
>
> I Felt that AR's voice was absolutely perfect in his singing of 'Irumbile
> oru Idhayam"...
> I felt after few songs, he was back at his singing best..maybe after New
> York Nagaram. Khwaja comes very close.
>
> --
>
> "All you need to do is decide what to do with the time that is given to
> you" - Gandalf the Gray.
>  
>

Re: [arr] Three Cheers for Khatija!!!!!

[Kalyan K]

Wonderful and  soulful singing by Khatija Rahman.  Great work in debut
itself.

Kalyan K.

On Sun, Aug 1, 2010 at 8:23 AM, Hameed Akbar  wrote:

>
>
> Yes even I wanted to appreciate her.. I was wondering how old is she.. she
> sounds very mature..
>
>
> On Sat, Jul 31, 2010 at 9:10 PM, AJ  wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> ARR fans,
>>
>> How about a big round of applause for AR Rahman's daughter Khatija's debut
>> singing? I don't like to comment on family members, but Khatija's singing in
>> this album really impressed me a lotvery poised, mature, and with a
>> beautiful, clear, confident voice! We are proud of you, Khatija! We hope to
>> hear more of you in the future with your father and maybe beyond!
>>
>> Those close to ARR, please pass on the message that her singing is being
>> appreciated widely!
>>
>>
>  
>

Re: [arr] A R Rahman Medley

[Kalyan K]

Wow... Fantastic...Performance.  Really sounded like an Unplugged concert.
What is this event?  Where and when it happened?  Who are the performers
(singing and on keyboard).

Kalyan K.



On Sat, Jul 24, 2010 at 4:13 AM, userind  wrote:

>
>
> AR Rahman Medley
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3f3YljHLf8
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] A superstar film composer visits Showing Off HQ- Guardian article

[Kalyan K]

Good Interview.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Jul 24, 2010 at 12:05 AM, Bivin Chandra wrote:

>
>
> Have a look at the video even
>
>
> http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2010/jul/23/paul-morley-showing-off-ar-rahmen
>  
>

Re: [arr] Listen to track no.6!

[Kalyan K]

I think french.

Kalyan K.

On Sun, Jul 18, 2010 at 8:52 PM, A.R.Rajib  wrote:

>
>  [Attachment(s) <#129e696464b0dc28_TopText> from A.R.Rajib included below]
>
> Hehe ... Superb find ..anyway which language is this ??
>
> I attached the song here !!
>
> On Sun, Jul 18, 2010 at 8:33 PM, Gopal Srinivasan wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> http://mp3.mondomix.com/malka_family
>>
>> <http://mp3.mondomix.com/malka_family>
>> http://mp3.mondomix.com/player.php?oid=9977&otype=1&olng=en
>>
>> Thanks to Karthik S of i2fs/Milliblog
>>
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> - Regards
>
> ~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] PULI songs ranking

[Kalyan K]

For me, What ever song i listen to puli, that song seems to be No.1 while
listening,  quiet difficult to choose.  So, for me each song is No.1 :-)

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Jul 17, 2010 at 9:39 PM, mohammed sajin  wrote:

>
>
> For me,
>
> 1) Dochey
> 2)Maham Maye
> 3)Amma Thale
> 4)Namakame
> 5)Power Star
> 6)Maralante
>
> What about you?
>
>
>
>
> <http://sig.graphicsfactory.com/>
> *
> *
> --
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Substance Matching up to Style - Music Review of Komram Puli

[Kalyan K]

Superb Review Chord.  Thanks for that.

Kalyan K.

On Fri, Jul 16, 2010 at 7:15 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Substance Matching up to Style – Music Review of Komram Puli
>
> (Cannot comment on lyrics and placement of them since I don't know Telugu.
> I am fully aware that the lyrics and the use of them have been a huge sore
> point of the album in others reviews.)
>
> In my opinion, Rahman composing for a hardcore commercial flick had yielded
> mixed results going by history, but falling more on the positive side of the
> fence. Commercial flicks can offer a somewhat safe canvas for Rahman to let
> his hair really loose and experiment like the mad musical scientist that he
> is, but often depends on the director's musical taste and film scope. With
> SJ Surya at the helm of this Telugu flick, would Rahman burst through or
> remain uninspired?
>
> One observation to made about ARR's Indian soundtracks since his Oscar
> recognition and having Western doors more wide open for him is that the
> attempt to "internationalize" the music is evident to me, since the
> spotlight on Oscar winning AR Rahman was on. Of course, Rahman's albums
> always had the international/world influences, but somehow, post Oscars, the
> intentionality of this seemed more focused. But, this intention did not come
> without much cost when you look at soundtracks like VTV and Raavan, both
> featuring world influences, but retaining a core Indian-ness to the music.
> What a tricky balance and tightrope act that Rahman managed to
> achieve…..widening the universal appeal scope of the music for more diverse
> ears throughout the world while still needing to satisfy the aum junta in
> the local domain! Did Rahman walk the tightrope without tipping in Puli?
>
> Well, a pretty fine start if you ask me as the thumping beats of Power Star
> blast their way into a high octane, adrenaline pumping track with a solid
> raag Bhairavi based melody sung spiritedly and spritefully by Tanvi and
> Vijay Prakash. This tune is totally energizing and becomes ablaze with an
> electronic fire with splashes of folk. The part where Tanvi sings "Power
> Star" sounds a bit too cheesy for my taste and is the only drawback in an
> otherwise excellent track. During the antara, Rahman has used the same
> techno synth sound sample that he used in the song Kannkul Kannai from VTV
> and has used it very tastefully. Did you also notice a bit of operatic
> singing at the end of the first interlude following the brass solo? A
> mélange of sonic colors define this hot track and I only feel like dancing
> to it like crazy when I listen!
>
> My oh my, what do we have here in track 2? What a beautiful start with only
> techno drums and plucked strings setting the minimalistic backdrop for what
> is to become one of the most genius tracks from ARR. Totally unconventional
> in structure, it's a track where the singing in double time is punctuated by
> one of the most frequent and wild chord changes in one song I've ever heard,
> not to mention how the various raagas used in the main melody seemingly
> shifting with each second! Only a genius legend like ARR can pull this off
> so brilliantly! Total drama and surging emotions cast a plucky hue to this
> scintillating number that is bound to become a favorite by many who
> appreciate the wild and freakish side to ARR, and freakish in a good way!
> Rahman is playing and having fun in this track!!! I also love how ARR has
> used the flourishing symphonic based interludes so tastefully that only add
> class to an already refined juggernaut of a track. Parts of the song do
> sound a bit cluttered and mildly noisy arrangement wise at times, but that
> is entirely forgiven by me given the complete brilliance showcased here!
> Warning: This track is not for the conventionally and traditionally
> minded….you need to really open your ears and mind to enjoy this one!
>
> And the brilliance only continues in track 3 with a patriotic surge voiced
> by the one and only…… What a beautiful symphonic and epic soundscape that AR
> has used for this intensely passionate track that is full of courage and
> gusto. The beautiful brass interludes add a uniquely dimensional sonic
> texture to an already richly laden, multilayered power track alongside the
> soothing "Mannipaya" like choral interludes, once again full of aestheticism
> and refinement. The thumping drum beats and the backdrop tanpura throughout
> the song add even more depth and beauty. This song somewhat reminds of the
> same passion and style of the song "Ellapazhugam" from ATM.
> The intensity backs off a bit in the fourth track, but not the quality! A
> paced track full of attitude, certainty and spirit, the symp

Re: [arr] Komram Pulli – A Commercial Brilliance

[Kalyan K]

Nice Review :-)

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Jul 13, 2010 at 12:25 AM, sharad  wrote:

>
>
> Success is an equation which is a combination of experimentation and
> expertise. This album is one example of that equation. It takes a lot to
> experiment with new sounds and fit in a catchy and commercially viable tune.
> Every bit of music in Pulli is a commercial brilliance. This album gives you
> the feeling of the 90s when we used to listen to ARR songs on a cassette. S.
> J. Surya is a guy who has a lot of commitment towards film making and I like
> his genuine style of film making. He has extracted the right music from ARR.
>
>
> Maham Maye: Instant hit is the USP of this track. Oh Chako Muke Oh Shishi
> Muke is ARR naughtiness filled with beats which just holds on to your ears
> for hours. Javed Ali kicks off the tune in a style that gives you a new
> vocalist feel. Suchithra is welcomed to the ARR unit with this very sweet
> song. Trendy interludes containing heavy pads and keyboard sounds should
> imprint the future for young talents to follow. The techno riff at the
> beginning of the song is captivating and the first interlude is lost in
> heavenly stuff. A very catchy and an instantly likeable tune.
>
> Amma Thale: Typical ARRish opening followed by a tongue-twisting tune. This
> song has the flavours of Theekurvil, Naadeshwaram Pollavandal,
> Moondrilvarthekethavarthe, Sakakra, Jack n Jill and Maarkandhiya. The
> orchestration is grand with traditional modernised beats. Singers have
> exceeded their expectations and will fall under the category for its
> permanence and will make it to the evergreen ARR playlist. The only corn
> here would be the recording level which reached its peak resulting in
> cracking the sound towards the second part of the song.
>
> Power Star: Tailor made for heroism that has shades of Blue theme. Powerful
> beats and sounds backed up by powerful rendition by the singers.
>
> Dochey: This one easily falls under his best-programmed song. Each and
> every sound is fresh and exciting. It has an international appeal and will
> be the anthem for the youth. The Arabic beats and sounds is an outshine
> effort by the composer and will stun his peers. Clever utilisation of
> singers gives an erotic feel and a killing instinct throughout. You would
> just want it played 24/7 in cars, pubs, etc.
>
> Maaralente: Patriotic songs are a cup of coffee for ARR and he has
> succeeded again with this song which is heavily and strikingly orchestrated.
> ARR himself rendered this highpitch track making it the most favourite track
> for all his fans. The song would go very well with visuals and stun the
> audience when they experience cinema.
>
> Namakame: In the lines of Oh Palanhare from Laagan and Amma song from
> New.It is bliss just because it's a journey of vintage ARR and we will never
> get bored of this genre of songs from him. The choice of instruments is
> class and the tune ever rings in your ears giving you peace.
>
> Overall, a very satisfying album meeting all expectations of various
> tastes. Enjoy the music instead of comparing it with other albums or
> composers. Thanks to S. J. Surya that we get to hear some foot-tapping
> numbers from ARR. I would like this combo to continue and give surprise
> packages every time
>
> Please leave your feedback at
>
>
> http://sharus100.blogspot.com/2010/07/komram-pulli-commercial-brilliance.html
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Re: Alati hai re!!

[Kalyan K]

Yes it is.. that line and ofcourse song are really addictive.

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Jul 14, 2010 at 12:22 AM, theepr  wrote:

>
>
> Its nice and Javed ali's voice sounds some different.Its also reveals,
> the voice I heard on the song "thora thora man thora" in Enthiran
> Shooting video leaked on net earlier might be its by same "Jave Ali".
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "Rivjot"  wrote:
> >
> > Yes its very addictive track, love Javed Ali's vocals in this song :D
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Thulasi Ram karokelip@ wrote:
> > >
> > > this line does something to me everytime i hear it. maham maye is
> such an
> > > addictive number. woohoo! anyone share my opinion?!
> > >
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] : Maralantae - killing me

[Kalyan K]

Yes, as somebody mentioned, its like a vandematarm song for telugu people
gifted by ARR.

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Jul 13, 2010 at 10:56 PM, sunder s  wrote:

>
>
> Hi guys,
>
> I haven't heard any song like this till now... this song is killing me... i
> am hearing this for the 100th time( still hearing while typing this)... what
> a music and singing by the master... I have no words to express.. Can any
> one provide me the lyrics and its meaning... pls i am dying here... somebody
> save me.
>
> Regards
> S.Sunder
>  
>

Re: [arr] KMMC Choir and maralante

[Kalyan K]

ARR Singing in my mother tongue.  A long standing dream for me.  My God.
It's dream come true for me.  Thanks ARR Sir & KMMC Choir.  You rocked.

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Jul 13, 2010 at 3:51 AM, Thulasi Ram  wrote:

>
>
> hats off KMMC choir. awesome rendition. flawless chorus and has been backed
> up very well for such a powerful song like maralante. i have goosebumps when
> i hear gandhiji nethaji line in the song. ARR rocks!
>  
>

Re: [arr] Substance Matching up to Style - Puli is Pulling me!

[Kalyan K]

AJ,

Thanks for the starter of the Review.  This is as beautiful as Puli's music.
:-)

Even i thought it's a ok kind of soundtrack initially...But on repeated
hearings, oh my god.  this man has proved me wrong again. Wonderful
Soundtrack.  Loving it.

Rightly Said -   " An abundance substance in the music of Puli as much as
there is style."

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Jul 13, 2010 at 6:49 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Ok, I confess.
>
> When I first heard about Puli and the type of movie and knowing who the
> director was, I too had certain expectations about what the music would be
> like..bubble gum teenage music with little to offer for my tastes. I
> knew that I would like at least one song, as with every ARR album, but I had
> almost written this album off..almost..
>
> Even when I first heard the album, I was like, "Ok, pretty average stuff
> from AR with some high quality stuff here and there..." I wrote my
> impression about that here.
>
> But now, with repeated listening, as usual with ARR's music, I'm noticing
> more and more about the music that I'm liking and in some cases REALLY
> liking with each and every track with AR's brilliance. No filler tracks on
> this album for me anymore. Yes, it's music for a youth commercial flick from
> a director not known for great music, and yes, the album is not going to be
> in my top 5 AR album list.
>
> Butthere's a lot, a lot to like in this very punchy and energetic
> soundtrack full of youth, vigor, and flashy theatrics. A wonderful package
> indeed and this album scores more as a whole than the sum of individual
> tracks! As is often the case with many soundtracks like this one for this
> type of movie genre, you get a lot of style, but little substance. But, a
> big, pleasant surprise for me is that there is an abundance substance in the
> music of Puli as much as there is style.
>
> What is it about the music that I really like? I will soon explain in my
> detailed review of the soundtrack as I still need to listen to the music
> more carefully to catch more details. The title of my review will be
> "Substance Matching up to Style.Puli Music Review".
>
> For those who are interested in reading my reviews, and I am grateful for
> your interest, stay tuned!
>
> To be continued..
>
> (The title of this music review and its contents may not be reproduced
> without the expressed written permission from the writer. Copyright 2010 by
> ichord)
>
>  
>

[arr] Chord..Waiting for your review on Komaram Puli

[Kalyan K]

Chord (AJ)...badly waiting for your review on Komaram Puli.

Kalyan K.

Re: [arr] Dil Se Re acapella

[Kalyan K]

Wow!  So much passion in their singing.  Hope AR sees this. Thanks Gopal for
sharing.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Jun 26, 2010 at 9:16 PM, Gopal Srinivasan wrote:

>
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tv242qOnHJA
>
> Thanks to Krish Raghav for the hat tip
>  
>

Re: [arr] an humble try to cover vande mataram by my band

[Kalyan K]

Fantastic work Souvik.  Nice Creativity.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Jun 26, 2010 at 1:18 AM, souvik gupta  wrote:

>
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X3xXIwznPlo
>
> my band performing our version of vande mataram in tcs kolkata .. its an
> humble try by me being a rahmaniac ,i dared to sing this one,my apologies to
> every rahmaniacs if my band have done something wrong...its dedicated to one
> and only A.R.Rahman for whome i am a musician today.
>  
>

Re: [arr]PAPPU in iTunes and movie releasing tomorrow

[Kalyan K]

Best Wishes. Phani.

Kalyan K.

On Thu, Jun 24, 2010 at 3:11 PM, Sathya  wrote:

>
>
> hi fani i wish u al te best frm my hrt...i wish u success for tis movie
> n ur music.god bless u
> jai ho
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Question related to Pacchaikilli - Karuthamma

[Kalyan K]

A long-standing doubt even for me.  Are they natural voices or artificial
ones?

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Jun 21, 2010 at 5:29 AM, Rivjot  wrote:

>
>
> Everytime I listen to this song, I wonder how this song could have been
> recorded. The song has voices of almost every household animal you can name
> - Buffalo, Sheep, Goat, Chicken, Birds, Donkey.. and God knows what else. I
> just love/enjoy this song everytime I listen to.
>
> Does anyone know any story related to this song (if there is any). I dont
> think 'commerical samples' containing animal voices exist. How did ARR
> record the voices of these animals?
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Rare video: AR signed contract for Roja for Rs 25,000

[Kalyan K]

Thats an Interesting Observation Wiredbeats.

Kalyan K.

On Sun, Jun 20, 2010 at 12:16 AM, wiredbeats  wrote:

>
>
> The video is indeed very good. But the video shows his first contract
> signed as AR Dilip whereas he signed as AR Rahman!
>
>
>
> -
>
> Help me with the cause for my charity foundation - Cradle India Foundation
> . Donate at *http://www.cradleindia.org*  or *http://www.wiredbeats.com*
>
>
> --
> *From:* Gopal Srinivasan 
> *To:* arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> *Sent:* Sat, 19 June, 2010 11:47:55 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [arr] Rare video: AR signed contract for Roja for Rs 25,000
>
>
>
> Great find, Thanks Sriram. Awesome nostalgia...
>
> On Sat, Jun 19, 2010 at 14:07, Sriram S  in
> > wrote:
>
>>
>>
>>
>> *http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=hkA_QdlUE4w&feature=player_ 
>> embedded<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkA_QdlUE4w&feature=player_embedded>
>> #!* <http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3s9Rhby-ZI&feature=player_embedded>
>>
>> Was watching this program called "Thirumbi parkiren" in Jaya TV, where
>> Producer Pyramid Natrajan was talking about his past experiences.  He was an
>> executve producer with the famous director K Balachander (Kavithalaya
>> productions) who produced Roja. He talks about his initial experience with
>> ARR before Roja began. He also shows the contract (seen from 1.48 to
>> 1.55) which AR signed for Rs 25,000 for this film with an advance of Rs
>> 5000. The contract is addressed to A.R Dilip.
>>
>> Rare picture indeed !
>>
>> Previous video where he talks about Mani, AR and Roja
>> http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=w3s9Rhby- 
>> ZI&feature=related<http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w3s9Rhby-ZI&feature=related>
>>
>>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Why 'JAI HO-The journey home' is so important to ARR

[Kalyan K]

Perfect Explanation Rajib.

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

On Mon, Jun 14, 2010 at 1:40 AM, A.R.Rajib  wrote:

>
>
> *A.R.Rahman ( Slumdog Millionaire ) *will Become *A.R.Rahman* after these
> concerts... in the newspapers , news websites ,tabloids etc over there...
> Hope that explains all !!
>
> On Mon, Jun 14, 2010 at 12:22 AM, mohammed sajin wrote:
>
>>
>>
>>
>>  Dear All,
>>
>> In a recent interview, I heard ARR saying 'JAI HO-The journey home' would
>> be a turning point of his career.
>> Like Roja, Maa Tujhe Salaam, Bombay dreams, Lord of the Rings and SDM.
>> Why it has that much importance?
>> How it will boost up his career? .. definitely it can explore his
>> career and become more familiar in West eventhough?
>>
>>
>> It would be gr8, if someone elaborate.
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>  <http://sig.graphicsfactory.com/>
>> *
>> *
>> --
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> - Regards
>
> ~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~
>
>  
>

Re: [arr]My experiences at KMMC to Inviting all to Audio release function

[Kalyan K]

Fani Kalyan gaaru.  Vijayosthu..

Kalyan K.

On Wed, May 26, 2010 at 8:38 PM, Umie  wrote:

>
>
> Dear Phani, congratz and
>
> Thanks à lot for THE track list. Looking forward to THE hole album.
>
> So Can I downlod THE songs on 31st?
>
> Thanks agn
>
> Music is my 2nd mom
> Luv u ARR
>
> Op 26 mei 2010 om 16:43 heeft fani kalyan  het
> volgende geschreven:\
>
>
>
>
>
> I just can't believe this. My dream has come true, infact all the bigdreams
> starting from Seeing AR to becoming a composer. All praises to AR sir and
> KMMC alone.
>
> It gives me immense pleasure writing this and inviting you all to my debut
> telugu movie named PAPPU music release happening on 30th sunday, prasad
> labs, hyderabad.
>
> All are most welcome, I am also writing the tracklist below.
>
> Hoping the music turns out to be a hit and is liked by all.
>
> Music: Phani Kalyan, lyrics: Krishna chaitanya
>
> 1)Ghall Ghall
>
> Phani Kalyan, Abhinav Sridharan
>
> Lyrics: Guru Prasad
>
>
> 2)Maya Ledi Pilla
>
> Alphonse, Neha S nair
>
>
> 3)Mellaga
>
> Srinivas, Radhika
>
>
> 4)Tara rum pum
>
> Suvi suresh
>
>
> 5)Pappu Hippo
>
> Yash golcha, Radhika, Megha, Phani kalyan
>
> Female rap and lyrics: Lady Kash n Krissy
>
>
> 6)Maya ledi pilla on Nadhaswaram
>
> Thirumurthy
>
>
> Chorus & Harmonies: KM Music Conservatory
>
> Ankna Arockian, Ashrita Arockiam, Georgina, Adithi, Tulasi, Priya,
> Tshering, Anurag, Sai
>
>
> Keyboards & Programming: Bharath, V.S Bharan
>
> Additional Programming on Tara rum pum: Fazil sha
>
> Rhythm & Percussion on Pappu Hippo: Laxman, Raju, Madhu
>
>
> Mixed & Mastered by Shadab Rayeen at Premier Digital Mastering Studios,
> Mumbai
>
>
>
>
> >On Sat, Jun 14, 2008 at 9:21 AM, fani kalyan  <http://yahoo.com/>yahoo.com> wrote:>\>
> >>
> >
> >Im extremely delighted to share a good news that im a student of KMMC
> foundation course now..It was such a splendid experience.. really as someone
> said everybody right from the security was very cheerful and with a gentle
> smile on their face..above all was the jyothi madam..suchee sweet lady she
> was..
> >
> >My special Thanks  to  Vithur Bro  for accompanying me to the studio and
> helped me to find the citibank atm when i was running out of time..vithur u
> r really justifying ur orkut <http://www.orkut.com/> profile's tagline
> "Help ever, hurt never" Thanks once again.
> >
> >
> >Snippets at KMMC:
> >
> >*Mac Mac everywhere ..not even a single system was windows incluidnt
> receptionist' s
> >*Neither Ar Rahman's name nor his photo is seen anywhere in the
> >  studio..except his father's photo
> >*The studio editor who recorded my voice complimented me for my khwaja
> mere khwaja rendition
> >*Was asked to sing a carnatic song and a film number, Thank god I took my
> carnatic notes
> >
> >*KMMC ad running all the time on da big LCD screens even at da entrance of
> the gate.
> >*I heard another version of "Pray for me brother" being played on
> receptionist' s system" with completly different rythm, diff style of rap by
> blazee and without the hindi chorus which comes in between. she has no idea
> abt it all when asked
> >
> >*A hand print was seen on every door of the studio
> >*Met a guy whos Asst. director to kathir..he says the scrpt of manavar
> dhinam is still in progress and may take time to hit the floors
> >*All the pianos are of brand 'Kawai'
> >
> >*Calls were received even from US asking to reserve the seats for the
> foundation courses.
> >*Shared my musical expereinces and was great talking to the Md. Selvakumar
> accompanied
> >  by a cute foreign girl.
> >
> >Overall it was a lovely exp.desperately waiting for the classes to begin
> >
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Re: [arr] VTV

[Kalyan K]

VTV really a Master pieceMay be the mixed reactions for Raavan's music
due to VTV music only, though raavan's music is outstanding.  Many people
still not able to come out of VTV's music including me.  Thats the avalanche
impact VTV music has made on us.  Thanks AR & special thanks to Gautham &
Team for giving AR's music an excellent visual treatment.

Kalyan K.

On Fri, May 21, 2010 at 6:39 PM, Srini Santhanam wrote:

>
>
> It was raved about when it released and I strongly feel that VTV will
> stand the test of time. As someone wrote in their review, VTV will go
> down in history books as one of the top tier albums of AR.
>
> After a 100 shuffles... It still gives me goosebumps.
>
> Omana Penne... Oh beautiful lady!!
> Unai Marandhida mudiyadhe... I can never forget you
> Uyir tharuvadhu saridhane.. You are worth my life.
>
> I just skipped my bus and decided to walk a km with VTV..
>
> Aaromaleee!!!
> AR rocks!
>
> __
> Cheers,
> Srini
>  
>

Re: [arr] Our Brother Vijay Narain has sung a solo song in a movie " Patta Patti" ( NON ARR )

[Kalyan K]

Congrats and Good Luck vijay.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, May 15, 2010 at 10:25 PM, Vithur  wrote:

>
>
> Dear All,
>
> Our Brother Vijay Narain has sung a solo song for an upcoming movie "
> Patta Patti". The Composer is Arul Dev ( a new comer )
>
> Pls do listen to the song.
>
> http://www.raaga.com/channels/tamil/album/T0002467.html
>
> Congrats Vijay narain. All the very best for the future. God Bless.
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
>  
>

Re: [arr] Guessing ARR's Responses

[Kalyan K]

Chord!!  This is unbelievable.  My instinct says this is close to accurate.


Kalyan K.

On Sun, May 16, 2010 at 7:30 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Some hypothetical interactions and guesses as to how ARR would respond,
> given what we know of ARR:
>
> 1) ARR Fan to ARR:
> "Sir, I miss your 90s music so much. Please go back to your 90s
> style...your music was better then. Your music today just doesn't have that
> magic."
>
> ARR to ARR Fan:
> "Thanks so much for appreciating my work and I hope you like my next
> album."
>
> 2) Bappi Lahhiri to ARR:
> "Your Jai Ho song is copied from my song. Just watch, someday, I will
> surpass your awards!"
>
> ARR to Bappi:
> "Wish you the best always, Bappida...smiles, walks away"
>
> 3) Jagjit Singh to ARR:
> "I will only respect you once you compose a ghazal. Are you capable of
> composing a ghazal? Ghazal is THE definition of music!"
>
> ARR to Jagjit:
> "I always love your ghazals and have been inspired by them. You are truly a
> great artist and I have only respect for you. Touches feet, says Namaste,
> smiles, walks away."
>
> 4) Intense fan of ARR meeting ARR for first time:
> "Ohhh! My Lord! Grabs ARR's leg and doesn't let go. Cries, and cries,
> and cries..my God, my God, my Godyou are my God! I love you! This is
> unbelievable! Finally Keeps crying"
>
> ARR to Intense fan:
> "Feels awkward. Pulls away leg. Helps fan to get up. Shakes his hand and
> says, "Thanks for all your love and support." Smiles.
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Wish Benny Dayal a very Happy Birthday ( NON ARR )

[Kalyan K]

Happy birthday Benny.

Kalyan K.

On Thu, May 13, 2010 at 11:03 AM, Vithur  wrote:

>
>
> Today, May 13th, happens to be Benny Dayal 's Birthday. A very good
> singer and a good friend.. Benny rocks.
>
> Jai Ho Benny
>
> Pls join me in wishing him a very happy Bday
>
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
>  
>

Re: [arr] Disappointed by an ARR album?

[Kalyan K]

Chord!!  Perfect Points.  Infact these points can be imbibed as our Group
guidelines (Dos and Do Nots).

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

On Wed, May 12, 2010 at 5:22 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> After reading some preposterous comments all over the net relatedDI
> people's reactions to Raavan's music, here's what I have to say:
>
> When you are disappointed by an ARR album, here's what it means:
> - You have a right to express your disappointment without being
> disrespectful to ARR or his team. If your words are disrespectful, expect
> some backlash.
> - You may need more time with it to settle in and become more familiar.
> Even after that you don't like it, the music is just not your taste.
> - It means that your disappointment is your opinion and should be respected
> as one, which may be shared by others.
>
> Here's what your disappointment does NOT mean:
> - It does NOT mean that ARR's genius is fading or that he needs to be
> replaced by that particular director for whose film he created music.
> - It does NOT mean that your opinion is fact. Even if your opinion is
> shared by a lot of others, it does not make it so. Every ARR album has
> takers and leavers with very few receiving 100% praise or full consensus, if
> even that.
> - It does NOT give you the right to ignore or diminish the hard work that
> goes into every ARR album, whether you like the music or not. If you express
> such views, expect some backlash.
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Re: What characteristics of a new ARR album are most important to you?

[Kalyan K]

1) *Broad Emotional Connection*
2) Melody
3) Arrangements/Instrumentation
4) Mood/Ambiance
5) Originality/Inventiveness
6) Sound Quality
7) Genre Variety
8) Singing
9) Rhythm
10) Lyrics

Kalyan K.

On Wed, May 12, 2010 at 1:24 PM, Karthik Subramaniam <
karthiksubbus...@gmail.com> wrote:

>
>
> I think the beauty of ARR's music has been that in general we did not have
> to sacrifice any one of these characteristics. They were all of high quality
> and put together formed a heady concoction of soulful music. Straight from
> the heart ! :)
>
>
> On Wed, May 12, 2010 at 10:34 AM, Pravinder 
> wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> I love it when music is really hard and takes a thousand hearings to
>> understand.
>>
>> 1. Arrangements/Instrumentation
>> 2. Genre Variety
>> 3. Originality/Inventiveness
>> 4. Melody
>> 5. Sound Quality
>> 6. Rhythm
>> 7. Broad Emotional Connection
>> 8. Mood/Ambiance
>> 9. Singing Quality
>> 10. Lyrics
>>
>> Pravinder.
>>
>> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
>> "AJ"  wrote:
>> >
>> > As we're reacting to and discussing about Raavan/Raavanan, I want to
>> gauge how we judge a new ARR album based on certain characteristics of his
>> music. I may have asked this a long time back, but I'm interested in this
>> topic again.
>> >
>> > Here are some broad descriptors when thinking about a new ARR album (or
>> any new album)
>> >
>> > Originality/Inventiveness
>> > Melody
>> > Rhythm
>> > Mood/Ambiance
>> > Sound Quality
>> > Genre Variety
>> > Arrangements/Instrumentation
>> > Broad Emotional Connection
>> > Lyrics
>> > Singing Quality
>> >
>> > How would you rank order these broad descriptors as far as what's most
>> important to you when you judge a new ARR album? Some of these
>> characteristics are tied to each other too:
>> >
>> > Here's my ranking:
>> >
>> > 1) Broad Emotional Connection
>> > 2) Melody
>> > 3) Arrangements/Instrumentation
>> > 4) Mood/Ambiance
>> > 5) Originality/Inventiveness
>> > 6) Sound Quality
>> > 7) Genre Variety
>> > 8) Singing
>> > 9) Rhythm
>> > 10) Lyrics
>> >
>> > It doesn't mean that what's at 7,8,9 is not important to mejust
>> relatively less important compared to what's ranked at top.
>> >
>>
>>
>  
>

Re: Heres the confusion: [arr] Is there Raavanan DTS CD?

[Kalyan K]

Wiredbeats,

Thanks for the detailed info.  Need to learn a lot from your knowledge
repository on Technology.

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

On Tue, May 11, 2010 at 11:36 PM, wiredbeats  wrote:

>
>
> I know where the confusion is, there is a defunct format called DTS music
> disc
>
>
> http://www.dts.com/Pro_Audio_Products/Products_by_Media/DTS_Music_Disc_CD/Overview.aspx
>
>
> But you know what, this format is actually worser than super audio CD. I
> just called an expert friend and asked over international line and he says
> DTS music CD was a joke, it never really boosted anything major and the fact
> that they comply to the 'red book' standard* ( Red book standard is THE
> standard for audio CD reproduction)* does not mean anything.
>
> The codec is a failure because most players could not recognize the
> track separators and either said invalid disc or read the whole thing as one
> big huge track. As in the CD contained just one song, even if it had 5 or 7
> tracks..
>
> Those who have Boys or Godfather DTS disc as you claim, please do this test
>
> If you are playing in 5.1 surround sound system, please disconnect the
> center channel and check what you get.
>
> regards
>
>
> Remixes I Originals I Opinions at  http://www.wiredbeats.com 
> <http://www.wiredbeats.com/>
>
>
>
> --
> *From:* pratap 
> *To:* arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> *Sent:* Tue, 11 May, 2010 9:05:46 AM
> *Subject:* Re: [arr] Is there Raavanan DTS CD?
>
>
>
> I downloaded it. I think it's fake. The 3rd channel was d same as 1st n
> 2nd. 5th n 6th channel sounds like voice removed audio. Even if it is an
> original version, it's poorly mixed. It is in DVD by the way...
>
>
> http://indian- music-bgm. blogspot. 
> com/<http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/>
>
>
>
> Please do not add me in YM. I only use this account for the group...
>
>
> --- On *Mon, 5/10/10, wiredbeats * wrote:
>
>
> From: wiredbeats 
> Subject: Re: [arr] Is there Raavanan DTS CD?
> To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
> Date: Monday, May 10, 2010, 12:28 PM
>
>
>
> Fake! DTS is impossible in a CD!
>
> Remixes I Originals I Opinions at  http://www.wiredbea ts.com 
> <http://www.wiredbeats.com/>
>
>
>
> --
> *From:* pratap 
> *To:* ARR FAN CLUB 
> *Sent:* Mon, 10 May, 2010 7:05:21 PM
> *Subject:* [arr] Is there Raavanan DTS CD?
>
>
>
> Is there Raavanan DTS CD? Some website are advertising DTS CDs for
> Raavanan. Is it officially released in that format too?
>
>
> http://indian- music-bgm. blogspot. 
> com/<http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/>
>
>
>
> Please do not add me in YM. I only use this account for the group...
>
>
>
>
>  
>

[arr] Loving Raavan and Raavanan songs..

[Kalyan K]

Loving Raavan and Raavanan songs every bit.   Gosh!!  how is churning out
Hit after hits consistently.   God we owe you a lot and Love you for giving
us ARR and giving him constant inspiration.  He is the only one in this
world who heals all our problems un-conditionally with his mesmerizing
music.

God we Love You.

Kalyan K.

Re: [arr] Re: Requesting a group prayer for ARR and his family

[Kalyan K]

Iam in.  God bless ARR and his family.

Kalyan K.

On Fri, May 7, 2010 at 8:33 PM, Srinivasa Krishnan <
srinivaasakrishn...@gmail.com> wrote:

>
>
> I'm in.. Let's do it..
>
> On Fri, May 7, 2010 at 6:58 PM, vijay_anand_mit wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> I will also join the prayer. Someone please answer my question
>>
>> What happened to AR's daughter and how do you guys know the whole family
>> is under anxiety and stress?
>>
>>
>> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
>> "Elanchezhian"  wrote:
>> >
>> > Yeah...pls guyswe'll do it...
>> >
>> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
>> "AJ"  wrote:
>> > >
>> > > As a member of ARR's family is in a health crisis and the whole family
>> is under anxiety and stress, let us, this fan group, choose a time tomorrow
>> to pause and collectively pray for the well being of his family, esp. the
>> speedy recovery of Raheema. Please, let us do this.
>> > >
>> >
>>
>>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] What is in a Music Review?

[Kalyan K]

Thanks for the correction Rawat.

On Fri, May 7, 2010 at 2:02 AM, V S Rawat  wrote:

>
>
> On 5/6/2010 10:06 PM India Time, _Kalyan K_ wrote:
>
> > Very Well said Emmanuel. Straight into the Bird's Eye.
> >
> > Kalyan K.
>
> But your reply is not straight into the BULL's Eye.
>
> :-) kidding. you owe me for time that I spent in checking dictionary.
> http://www.thefreedictionary.com/Bird%27s+Eye
>
> --
> Rawat
>  
>

Re: [arr] What is in a Music Review?

[Kalyan K]

Very Well said Emmanuel.  Straight into the Bird's Eye.

Kalyan K.

On Mon, May 3, 2010 at 10:55 AM, myown_niche wrote:

>
>
> There have been instances where many said they hated "Sivaji", loved
> "Azhagiya Tamizh Magan", "Jai ho" not his best, "Blue" didn't have soul,
> "Raavan" is too technical and all that. An many had various other opinions
> too. These all indicate just one thing.
>
> Appreciating music is personal. Very personal. For me, I never claim which
> one is best from ARR. Such a discussion is very much futile. For a person
> with a western music inclination, he would like scores which falls into that
> template. He/she may not be able to appreciate a soundtrack like
> "Vandicholai Chinnarasu" or a "Kizhakku Cheemayile". So if one loves to
> listen to some earthy Indian songs, one may get disappointed if he/she hears
> a soundtrack such as "Boys".
>
> So my conclusion is just this. The palette of ARR's music is so vast, which
> could be captured only if it's a person who knows all, ok may be many,
> varieties an nuances of music. Else, I'm just a commoner who will dislike a
> different tune and an excellent song, if it doesn't fall into the category
> of "what I want to hear". I'm just a listener. A pretty ordinary listener.
> The only thing I can do is I can play with words to sound the review
> excellent.
>
> I can't listen to Roja and Raavan with similar state of mind and so there's
> no point in comparing them. But, the results are always enriching for me
> when I hear some thing unusual from every album of his, that makes me keep
> interested in music to know about different genres, instruments, singing
> styles etc in the world of music.
>
> So a music review by a person, just represents his/her taste and his state
> of mind when he/she listens to the track. And I just don't care about what
> he/she writes. And nobody should care about my take too.
>
> - Emmanuel
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] (SemiARR) "RAHMANIA" show in Jim Corbett National Park !

[Kalyan K]

Jai Ho Wandering Souls.

Kalyan K.

On Mon, May 3, 2010 at 10:06 AM, DineshVaidya wrote:

>
>
> Happy to inform you that The Wandering Souls is performing "RAHMANIA" show
> in Jim Corbett National Park on May 09. The group had 3 days of 7 hour each
> practice sessions in Pune recently and from the look of it, this programme
> is going to be a great one !!!
>
> TWS has added following new songs in this programme apart from the regular
> ones which they perform,
>
> 1. Jai HO - SDM
> 2. Dreams on Fire - SDM
> 3. Pappu can't dance - JTYJN
> 4. Chinamma Chilkamma - Meenaxi
> 5. Aye Bachhoo - Ghajani
>
> The group, led by double National award winner Anmol Bhave and comprising
> of 3 male singers / 3 female singers / 3 keyboardist / 3 percussionist / 2
> guitarist + one mendolin player / one flautist / 2 sound engineers will
> leave for Delhi and onwards to National park on 7'th May.
>
> Wishing THE WANDERING SOULS Jai HO from all RAHMANIACS !
>
> Best regards
> Dinesh Vaidya
> Pune
>
>  
>

Re: [ARR] VTV is just unstoppable

[Kalyan K]

Really true. Pure Magic by ARR.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, May 1, 2010 at 1:17 PM, Gomzy™  wrote:

>
>
> I do not know which ARR album was so addictive. Not even Ravan is stopping
> me from listening to VTV. Dont remember doing that ever !
>
> --
> www.gomzyphotography.com
>  
>

Re: [arr] Hearty Congrats to DEEPAK PA for Receiving Grammy for Slumdog Millionaire

[Kalyan K]

Hearty Congratulations Deepak.

Kalyan K.

On Thu, Apr 29, 2010 at 9:29 PM, Vithur  wrote:

>
>
> Lets join hands in Congratulating Sound Engineer Deepak PalliKonda on
> him receiving Grammy for Slumdog Millionaire
>
> Jai Ho Deepak.
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
>  
>

Re: [arr] To Raavan bashers

[Kalyan K]

:-)

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 8:56 AM, Bergin Roy  wrote:

>
>
> To all Bashers:
>
> If A.R's music is of a certain pattern / style, and you are not comfortable
> wth it? You are ignorant of what is actually the reason behind the music.
> AR is not some "yet another" composer that composes music for the heck of
> it. He is someone who know what he's doing and why.
> And for a Maniratnam movie, he'd never let it loose as "you" think. If you
> are not still convinced, wait for the movie to know why he did it.
>
> AR knows what to deliver, where and when, so dont sweat in advising the
> legend.
> Just try to "understand" the music, after all you need to learn "AR music"
> language before you comment on it. Coz, every time you get a new "music
> language".
> So, it has to grow on you with repeated hearing and then you'll understand.
>
> If you don't understand a language, don't tell the language is bad, its you
> that doesnt understand it. Try to learn the language.
>  
>

Re: [arr] My "Unconventional" Review of Raavan's Music

[Kalyan K]

Chord!!  Thanks for putting an end to our eager and long waiting for your
Raavan review.  As usual, Superb Review..

Hmm..yes.  Emotional Experience is the best measure to judge an ARR album.

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Apr 26, 2010 at 6:52 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
>
> "AAAaaguuumein...Jal...!!
>
> Uh E E E Oh..Uh E E E Oh..oho ho ho ho ho..
>
> ..as soon as I heard these sounds as the first few seconds of
> "Beera" rolled on, I knew from the get-go that this album would be a very
> interesting music journey.but then again, which ARR album is not an
> interesting journey, whether it fits your musical fancy or not?
>
> I've been listening to the music of Raavan pretty much non stop for a few
> days now and as I came to thinking about how my review would shape up, it
> occurred to me that a full song by song review as I have penned earlier just
> didn't seem apt for an album like this, especially for such an
> unconventional score and that too so soon after the release. I also feel
> that Raavan's musical strength and identity lies more in the album as a
> whole than as a collection of individual songs. I also feel I have formed
> enough of a solid opinion on the album as a whole to write at least
> something of substance. Will my thoughts and opinions change with time from
> this point on? In the past, this usually never happenedwhat I have
> felt about an album a few days after its release after multiple listens
> usually stayed firm over the course of time, although my feelings for
> individual songs may fluctuate with time. A song by song review for this
> album has been stated already elsewhere and will be seen quite a bit in the
> coming days, so I thought...been there...done that...let's take
> a different approach this time..shall we?
>
> Some things never changeor maybe.the more things change, the
> more they stay the same? I wonder about these sayings..and then think
> about Rahman and his music. What has changed with Rahman over time? What has
> remained constant with his output over the years ever since Roja? I think I
> can get into some intellectual back and forth about this to no end and have
> full debates with many of you here, but here's one aspect about Rahman that
> has remained constant from the very beginning:
>
> Rahman Keeps Experimenting.
>
> Sure, you know that..I know that...most hard fans of ARR know this,
> but do some of you who pine for the "90s Rahman" to return realize that his
> current success domestically and internationally (oodles of awards, praises,
> Padma Bhushan) is because he looks forwards and not backwards? He is a man
> of the moment..attempting to reinvent himself with every project and
> being careful not to trip over his own ego, literally, wanting to destroy
> any trace of good feelings related to previous successes, clearing the slate
> for the new movie, new director, new story.
>
> Rahman is like a "mad" scientist ("mad" meant to convey a good quality, not
> a bad one) in his own musical world..thinking, thinking,
> thinking..out of the box, beyond current norms, stretching the limits of
> imagination and creativity through his work, yet very respectful towards the
> art form and the industry establishment and rules surrounding the need to
> make music that only fits the script and the director's vision..like a
> free painter within a very solid frame that he knows he's not supposed to go
> beyond. But, some frames are larger than others, and within those larger
> frames, Rahman has more wiggle room to be a bit more wild, more like the mad
> musical scientist that he really is, that is just craving to burst forth.
> Mani Ratnam has always been one of those directors who provides a pretty
> large canvass and/or frame for Rahman to stretch his musical brain so to
> speak.
>
> Raavan's music as a whole is a great example of unconventionality in
> today's film music time, with bridges extending forth connecting various
> genres of music, such as heavy rock to traditional Indian folk, electronic
> to African rhythms and tribal moods, semi classical to trance, etc. Although
> these unconventional bridges are not new to Rahman's style of music,
> Raavan's soundtrack displays these connectors in much less subtle and
> unpredictable form than his most recent works, such as Delhi 6 or VTV, which
> is perhaps keeping fit with the character of the movie, Raavan, who with ten
> heads/minds and being "wild" and "unpredictable" as quoted by Aishwarya Rai
> at the music launch.
>
> Rahman's alb

Re: [arr] Thamarai.com Reviews Raavan Music

[Kalyan K]

Good Review.

On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 5:40 PM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> http://www.thamarai.com/news-details.php?id=128
>
> AR Rahman and Mani Ratnam together gave us epic music for Roja, Bombay, Dil
> Se (Uyire) and Saathiya (Alaipayuthey in Tamil), and when they teamed up
> with lyricist Gulzar, they came out with Dil Se and more recently, Guru.
> Needless to say, they were all amazing albums, and so I was left wondering
> whether the music for their latest venture, "Raavan" (to be released
> simultaneously as "Raavanan" in Tamil) would be able to rival these classic
> soundtracks. How wrong I was to doubt AR Rahman, even for a second? The
> Raavan OST is just as good as, if not better than the benchmarks the music
> director had left for himself in previous years. The Raavan soundtrack is
> catchy, upbeat and at times haunting, and each song leaves an impact on the
> listener, in my opinion.
>
> Opening with an almost Lion King-esque African-style chant by newcomer
> Mustafa Kutaone, "Beera Beera" is an upbeat number with powerful African
> beats that are a joy to listen to. The lyrics "Beera ka dus maathe, Beera ka
> sau naam" (Beera has ten heads, Beera has a hundred names) indicate that
> this will be the lead character's introduction song, and I can't think of a
> better way to introduce the untamed Beera (Raavan), than with this
> pride-filled, testosterone-fuelled number! Rahman's effortless fusion of
> African drums with a distinctly ethnic melody has culminated in this track;
> an energetic piece that manages not to overwhelm the listener with too-heavy
> beats or too-deep lyrics; they mainly chant "Beera" throughout! With its
> folksy feel, this is a song that would typically be handed to somebody like
> Shankar Mahadevan or Sukhwinder Singh. Instead, Vijay Prakash has been given
> the lead vocals. He may not have the coarse voice that you'd think this song
> would require, but he manages to render the song in a wonderfully spirited
> manner without being too forceful.
>
> The next song is "Behene De", and this song practically has AR Rahman
> tattooed all over it. It reminds me a great deal (in a good way) of
> "Satrangi Re" from Dil Se. They both have a similar structure to them: a
> simple, repetitive melody that is supplemented by complementary (but far
> from overpowering) backing instrumentals. Behene De, however, has a far more
> rocky feel to it when compared to Satrangi Re. The uncomplicated melody does
> not diminish this track in any way at all; it simply allows the lyrics to
> take a lead role here, because they truly are touching lyrics. "Behene De"
> loosely translates as "Let me flow freely" and thus indicates a sense of
> imprisonment and a desperate need for freedom. Incidentally, Gulzar also
> wrote the lyrics for Satrangi Re, and this same feeling of yearning is
> brought to the fore with his lyrics for Behene De. Karthik's vocals are soul
> stirring; you can almost feel the character's anguish through his voice.
>
> Next comes "Thok De Khili", with the rustic vocals of Sukhwinder Singh that
> this sort of soundtrack would be incomplete without. This song is uplifting
> in a sort of prepare-yourself-for-battle way; it resembles
> Azeem-O-Shahenshah from Jodhaa Akbar in some aspects, with its heavy beat
> and passionate assertions of the opening lines being repeated throughout.
> The main difference between the two however, is that where
> Azeem-O-Shahenshah is beat-heavy, Thok De Khili places its emphasis on the
> music, making it a very orchestra-oriented piece. It is a vastly
> instrument-heavy composition, but this only adds to the war-like feel of the
> song without overshadowing Gulzar's powerful lyrics. 

>
> I'm sure many will agree with me when I say that the beautiful song "Ranjha
> Ranjha" is one that stands out the most in this album. Despite having
> classical, almost Sufi-ish ties in its melody, the beat is distinctly
> modern. Here Rahman has exhibited that it is possible to fuse old with new
> without tainting the beauty of the melody. The song opens with Anuradha
> Sriram's electronically enhanced (not a bad thing) humming, that features at
> regular intervals throughout, and playing a key role in maintaing the flow
> between each part of the song. The husky tones of Rekha Bhardwaj, and Javed
> Ali's more polished yet unassuming singing totally contrast each other, but
> still the vocals are stunning to say the least. The opening lines of the
> song come from a Punjabi poem by Sufi poet Baba Bulleh Shah. The first line
> translates as "By repeating his name (Ranjha), I myself have become Ranjha",
> and lyricist Gulzar has continued this poem with his own lyrics but has
> still maintained a meaningful and romantic feeling. Pairing these lyrics
> with Rahman's incredible instrumental arrangement for this track would
> result in a beautiful piece of music in itself, but Rekha Bhardwaj's vocals
> take it to a whole new level. Even the way she sings just two words "Ranjha

Re: [arr] the best track of raavan is not in the disc!

[Kalyan K]

Exactly...very surprising to see such a beautiful song missing in the Sound
track.  Yes, this song would have been certainly given the same or even a
better effect as aaromale of VTV or Jaage Hai of Guru.

Kalyan K.

On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 3:10 PM, wiredbeats  wrote:

>
>
> what the hell, the exclusion of jaa re ud ja re is a huge loss to the
> soundtrack. This would have had the same effect that aaromale had for vtv
> soundtrack. Or even better..i hope this track gets out
>
> Remixes I Originals I Opinions at  http://www.wiredbeats.com 
> <http://www.wiredbeats.com/>
>
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Jaa-Re-Ud-Jaa song!!

[Kalyan K]

Thanks, dheepak.

On Sun, Apr 25, 2010 at 9:51 AM, dheepak narsimhan  wrote:

>
>
> Hey friends,
> Mp3 version of Jaa-Re-Ud-Jaa(performed by AR @ Raavan audio release)..Not
> of much high clarity. Audio Ripped from youtube video :) Thanks to the video
> uploader!!
>
> Here you go :- http://www.4shared.com/audio/3DljX0Di/Jaa-re-ud-jaare.html
>
>
> With Regards,
> Dheepak Narsimhan.S
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Raavan songs - not impressing on intial hearing..

[Kalyan K]

Friends, Time is the only and best answer for your comments.  Just wait and
See.  You will be definitely changing your comments.  Needless to say again,
itz ARR's music and Itz a Slow Poison

Beera...Beera...

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

On Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 7:08 PM, Sathya Sundaram wrote:

>
>
> Heard the songs about 4 times with the Original CD of Raavan today. Pretty
> much disappointed with the songs (Except Beera and Khillie re), all other
> songs have heavy beats, lot of variations in singing, no simple nature etc.
> There is not 1 song which is instantly catchable/likable. May be I will like
> it with more hearings. Very Average score by ARR for a Mani movie. Expected
> a lot out of this. This may be the weakest of all ARR-Mani (weaker than
> Guru) combos.
>
> - Sathya
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Different approaches to listen to a new ARR album

[Kalyan K]

Third Approach.

On Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 2:44 PM, noor mohamed wrote:

>
>
> normally i did the third approach
>
>
>>
>> Regards,
>>
>
> Noor.
>
>   _._,_.___
>>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Miami University Orchestra and Choral group performs Lagaan's Chale Chalo

[Kalyan K]

WoW...Feeling very very proud.  Giving me Goose bumps.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Apr 17, 2010 at 5:57 AM, manisha madhavan <
manisha_madha...@yahoo.com> wrote:

>
>
> Conductor: Ethan Sperry
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12oteYm6mB8
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] There simply is no comparison

[Kalyan K]

True Chord.  Whenever i listen to Non-ARR music at times for a change, but
with in few moments, i will be feeling to tune back to AR's music.  The
power and beauty of AR's music.

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Apr 13, 2010 at 4:16 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> I've been listening to a compilation CD I made for myself of all my
> favorite ARR tunes since 2008...the past 2 years. Mindblowing experience to
> say the last...Jodha Akbar, Slumdog, Yuvvraaj, Ada, Jaane Tu, Ghajini, Delhi
> 6, Blue, Couple's Retreat, VTV, Sakkrakatti.
>
> I also like to tune into other MD's works in India...Vishal B, SEL, VS,
> somtimes Amit Trivedi, sometimes Monty Sharma (his Saawariya is still one of
> my favorites), sometimes Pritam, rarely Himesh, Anu Malik.
>
> ARR's music is leaps and bounds ahead of the competition...there simply is
> no comparison and it's pretty obvious and goes without saying. Actually,
> apart from a few albums and songs, like Ishqiya from Vishal B, and other non
> film albums from Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Shafqat Amanat Ali, Kailash Kher, I
> have not at all been too impressed with film music output of late besides
> ARR's work. It's quite disappointing.
>
> As an avid and passionate AR fan, I can truly say I love his music the
> most, and of course, that's a biased perspective. But, even as an objective
> music lover, AR's music towers high above everyone else in so many
> categories...sound, arrangements, depth, variety, instrumentation, novelty,
> originality, emotional impact, rhythm, etc. etc.
>
> AR has really silenced his critics and only a few mumblings are heard here
> and there from a few scattered jealous naysayers about how Jai Ho isn't
> really that great, blah blah blah... No more chants of how AR has lost
> the magic from the 90s, is repetitive, etc. etc.
>
> Can't wait to see what AR serves up in Raavan
>
> AR Rahman's musical body of work is an institution in and of itself!!!
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Special Food Distribution this Wednesday for Tamil New Years Day - April 14, 2010

[Kalyan K]

God bless you Wired Beats.

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

On Sun, Apr 11, 2010 at 2:51 PM, Vithur  wrote:

>
>
> Special Food Distribution with Sweets this coming Wednesday on the
> occasion of Tamil New Years Day near AM Studios, Kodambakkam, Chennai.
> i.e. April 14, 2010. Wired Beats is sponsoring the Lunch and Sweets.
> All Are welcome. God Bless.
>
> P.S. Our Rahmaniac brother Wired Beats aka Vivek mooted out this idea
> and is going to sponsor for the day's FD. God Bless him
>
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
> 
>

Re: [arr] "I got addicted to film music because of AR Rehman" says Mickey J Meyer (Telugu Composer)

[Kalyan K]

Quiet heartening and feeling proud to see all Talented music Composers were
having our beloved ARR as their idol and inspiration.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Apr 10, 2010 at 8:07 PM, Srinivasa Krishnan <
srinivaasakrishn...@gmail.com> wrote:

>
>
> *Mickey J Meyer:*
> *
> I was born and brought up in Hyderabad. I had been learning piano and
> violin since childhood. I was also trained in Carnatic singing and used to
> sing Ghazals in All India Radio when I was a kid. After completing my fifth
> standard, I got admission into Trinity College of Music in London. I
> completed the 8 years music course from that esteemed music university. I
> completed music course in 2002 and I had been working on my music and
> practicing it for years.
>
> I grew up listening to the music of AR Rehman. I got addicted to film music
> because of AR Rehman. I decided to take up the job of a music director for
> Telugu films. I approached Tammareddy Bharadwaja and he gave me a chance to
> compose music for his 'Pothe Poni'. After that I worked for 10th Class and
> Notebook.
>
> I met Sekhar Kammula after the release of Dollar dreams. And our
> combination got finalized for Happy Days.*
>
>
> **--
> Regards,
> V SRINIVASA KRISHNAN
> 
>

Re: [arr] (unknown)

[Kalyan K]

Ramakrishna gaaru.   ARR Fans Yahoo Group ku Suswagatham.

Kalyan K.

On Thu, Mar 25, 2010 at 7:12 PM, rama krishna wrote:

>
>
>  hi guys how r u?
>
> if any body fromandhra pradesh.or knows telugu languge plz tell me i want
> make friendship with them and share my emotions abt a.r.rahman's music
>
>
>
>
>
> PL ITS HUMBLE REQUEST
>
> A.RAMAKRISHNA(ASTROLOGER)
> ANDHRAPRADESH
>
> --
> The INTERNET now has a personality. YOURS! See your Yahoo! 
> Homepage<http://in.rd.yahoo.com/tagline_yyi_1/*http://in.yahoo.com/>
> .
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] [arr[i have never seen any top ten songs like this

[Kalyan K]

WoW...WoW..Can't get better than this.

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Mar 10, 2010 at 11:12 PM, vinu thiagu wrote:

>
>
> if you dont beleive,check it out..
>
> http://www.galatta.com/entertainment/music/musichome.asp
>
> (see the right hand side of the page for top ten songs)
>
>
> [image: 
> me!!]<http://s737.photobucket.com/albums/xx14/crazyvinoo/?action=view¤t=111408397042725603791c71pb.gif>
> Vinoo
>
>
> --
> Your Mail works best with the New Yahoo Optimized IE8. Get it 
> NOW!<http://in.rd.yahoo.com/tagline_ie8_new/*http://downloads.yahoo.com/in/internetexplorer/>.
>
>
> 
>

Re: [arr] Nice lines...

[Kalyan K]

Though Few lines, but very very Poweful lines.

Kalyan K.

On Fri, Mar 5, 2010 at 5:43 AM, karthikeyan D
wrote:

>
>
> "Ever lost hope? Ever lost faith in goodness? Ever lost faith in the
> beauty of life? Ever lost faith in the impact of talent and artistry?
> Look up to AR Rahman"
>
> -- recently come across this line and feel very refreshed up ;)
>
> <3 u Rahman
> Karthik
> 
>

Re: [arr] For me, man and music not easily separated

[Kalyan K]

Wonderful post again Chord!!  Thanks for that.

Kalyan K.




On Tue, Mar 2, 2010 at 7:47 AM, AJ  wrote:

>
>
> Was wondering recently that if I wasn't so impressed and amazed with AR as
> a personhis cool personality, humility, simplicity, compassion,
> integrity, wit, etc. etc., would I still love his music as much as I do now?
> But, then again, I further thought that perhaps without those exceptional
> personal qualities, his music wouldn't be as pure, sincere, honest, potent,
> and overall likeable as we hear it now. When I hear Rahman's music, I also
> hear his personality, and all the good qualities I described above. Maybe
> because I'm so intensely interested in his life, his career..so devoted
> to him, that the man and music are one for me, not able to separate easily
> as 2 distinct entities. But, I also feel very strongly that Rahman is
> exceptionally talented in bringing the deep qualities of his inner self to
> the fore through his music, which is why his music is so emotionally
> concentrated and loved so widely. This is surely a type of emotional
> intelligence.
>
> Surely, art.and music being an art, is an expression of a person's most
> inner world..the imagination, creativity..all of that comes from the
> deepest of wells within an artist. When we see, feel, or hear an artistic
> expression, we are bearing witness at some level to a person's core self
> uninhibited by the masked persona that we all are so pressured to give out
> to the public world due to our various roles in life. Artistic expression is
> really the self in its pure, naked form, which surely invites some degree of
> stark exposure and vulnerability at some level.
>
> On the flip side, when I hear music from a composer who I don't
> particularly like as a person gathered from comments, interviews, remarks,
> etc. (the likes of Anu Malik, Ismail Durbar, Nadeem Saifi, Jagjit Singh,
> etc.).you know..the arrogant, egotistical, loudmouthed, self
> aggrandizing types, it is unfortunate for me that those undesirable personal
> qualities do have an effect on to what extent I can truly enjoy their
> musical expressions, despite my best attempts to attune to the benefit of
> the doubt that these are not inherently "bad" people, and the fact that
> their beautiful creations are a sure testament to qualities of goodness
> contained. But, in the end, the taint is felt..something that I wish I
> could be ignorant about on some level. Recent example, after hearing Jagjit
> Singh's bitter tirade towards ARR's achievements, his ghazals simply did not
> sound as sweet as they used to be for me. And again, I admit that as
> something personal to me, not an objective stance.
>
> The package of AR Rahman binds so many shades and levels of him as a person
> and his artistic intentions. I feel completely grateful, on this end of the
> spectrum, to be able to be sensitive to this bound, all in one expression
> that combines the person and the creation within its symbiotic shell.
>
> 
>

Re: [arr] A Rocking Rahmania Concert

[Kalyan K]

Excellent Songs selection.  Great to see completely different ARR Songs
being played in the concert than the regular ones.

Thanks,
Kalyan K.
On Mon, Mar 1, 2010 at 1:33 PM, Vithur  wrote:

>
>
> 1. Jai Ho by Sukhwinder Singh
> Ramta Jogi - SS
> Chaiyya Chaiyya - SS
>
> 2. Netru Illadha Maatram - Sujatha
> 3. Hello Mr. Edhirkatchi - Shwetha Mohan
> 4. Pettai Rap, Chikku Bukku - Suresh Peters
> 5. Pappu Cant Dance, Taxi, Masakkali - Benny
> 6. Roobaro, Munbe Vaa, - Naresh
>
> Many more..
>
> Songs which you would never hear in an ARR Concert
>
> ARR wasnt there
>
>
>
>  On Mon, Mar 1, 2010 at 9:06 AM, Gobi Kanadasan wrote:
>
>>
>>
>>   What songs were presented? Did ARR present in that occasion?
>>
>> Gobi Kanadasan
>>
>>
>> --- On *Mon, 1/3/10, Vithur * wrote:
>>
>>
>> From: Vithur 
>> Subject: [arr] A Rocking Rahmania Concert
>> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
>> Date: Monday, 1 March, 2010, 3:05
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> There was a Rahmania Concert organised by Mr. Pravinmani in Chennai. It
>> was a rocking one, as we got to hear ARR songs, which we normally dont hear
>> in an ARR concert. It was a rocking one.
>>
>> The main highlight was to hear Aaromale live from the one and Only Mr.
>> Alphonse. He is a gem of a person, really really down to earth. I was very
>> happy meeting him.
>>
>> Congratulations to Mr. Pravinmani for organising such a concert.
>>
>> God Bless.
>>
>> --
>> regards,
>> Vithur
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
>
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Thank you so much !!!

[Kalyan K]

Alphons...you really rocked in Aromale...eagerly waiting for much more
collaborations with our beloved AR .

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

On Sat, Feb 20, 2010 at 12:57 AM, Alphons Joseph  wrote:

>
>
> Dear All
>
> I feel so homely hearing all your comments.. Thank you so much..
> Keep supporting me in all my projects...
> Love
>
> ALPHONS JOSEPH
>
> MUSIC DIRECTOR
> 3E, INFRA HILLOCK Phase III
> Changampuzha Nagar
> South Kalamassery
> Cochin-33
>
> Send instant messages to your online friends http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com
> 
>

Re: [arr] 4 Mirchi Music Awards for ARR

[Kalyan K]

Wow!!  atlast the deserved recognition for outstanding sound track Delhi-6.

Kalyan K.

On Thu, Feb 11, 2010 at 8:56 AM, Gopal Srinivasan wrote:

> Celebrating the sound of music
>
> The Airtel Mirchi Music Awards were announced last night
>
> Posted On Thursday, February 11, 2010 at 03:12:59 AM
> The finest talent in Hindi film music was saluted at the second
> edition of the Airtel Mirchi Music Awards 2009 held last night with
> Radio Mirchi announcing the winners.
>
> Delhi 6 won the best song award for Masakali, best album, Mohit
> Chauhan won the best male vocalist  for Masakali, Rekha Bhardwaj won
> the best female vocalist for Genda Phool. AR Rahman won the best music
> director award for Masakali Delhi 6 while Prasoon Joshi won lyricist
> of the year for Masakali. Rahman also won the best song arranger and
> programmer for Masakali. H Sridhar, S Sivakumar, Deepak P A and
> Vivianne Chaix got the best song mixing and engineering for Delhi 6.
>
>
> A R Rahman
>
> Gulzar
>
> Prasoon Joshi
>
>
> The Airtel Mirchi Listeners’ choice for best song went to Iktara from
> Wake Up Sid and Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani took the award for Airtel
> Mirchi Listeners’ choice for best album. The special jury award for
> exceptional non-film music achievement went to Saeen bina darad kareje
> haye sung by Rashid Khan. Raju Singh won the best background score
> award for Raaz- The Mystery Continues.
>
> Gulzar won the lifetime achievement award and the jury award for
> outstanding contribution to Hindi film music went to Kersi Lord. Manna
> Dey won the KL Saigal Sangeet Shehenshah Award.
>
> There were performances by singers KK, Sunidhi Chauhan, Rekha
> Bhardwaj, Himesh Reshamiya and Usha Uthup while Shahid Kapoor and
> Katrina Kaif performed on the best tracks of the year.
>
> Speaking at the event, Prashant Panday, CEO, ENIL, said, “The
> integrity and dedication behind Mirchi Music Awards is what makes it
> unique. The Awards salute the hard work, passion and the immense
> creative talent of our music industry.”
>
>
> 
>
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> 
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Re: [arr] What makes ARR great ? My perspective

[Kalyan K]

Excellent analysis and Writeup Ram !!

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Feb 3, 2010 at 5:16 AM, Ram Motipally wrote:

>
>
> Friends,
>
> Spurred on by this article, I have put down some of my thoughts on why I
> think ARR is the great man and musician that he is. This is a thought
> process which has developed over the last 18 years that I have been
> listening to his music and following him in the media. A few disclaimers
> upfront, I have no music background and unlike some people in this group
> have not met ARR or worked with him etc. So my perspective is purely from
> the outside.
>
> 1) Natural ability: He is a musical genius and this is the first
> ingredient. This is a god-given gift and there is no other explanation for
> the same.
>
> 2) Intelligence and Emotional intelligence: ARR is a very intelligent man,
> he comes across as someone very thoughtful and measured. This is then
> accentuated by his emotional intelligence. Why is this critical ? - ARR
> composes music primarily for movies, this means his music sense has to
> combine with a Director's vision of the movie and the two must match. Only
> then will the music truly capture the essence and emotion of the movie. Even
> the great Ennio Morricone talks about this as the bedrock of his success.
> ARR' ability to feel the emotion and convert it to music is exceptional,
> whatever be the emotion - love, compassion, anger, happiness, etc.
>
> 3) Ability and Passion to be world-class: This again comes from his natural
> intelligence. He Ping (director of warriors of heaven and earth) described
> ARR's music to this effect - "ARR blends western instruments/music with
> eastern (indian) melody and creates a sound that is unique only to him". To
> do this in itself is being a world-class thought leader in music. But even
> more unique is to do it in the early 90s meant ARR was being world-class
> even before the world knew what it meant. He was defining a new sense of
> "great" in music no past definition of greatness. This is belief in one's
> self.
>
> 4) Constant urge and Passion for learning and innovation: ARR never rests
> with what he knows. He constantly seems to want to do more and better.
> Infact from the interviews, what I could glean was that Danny Boyle
> approached him only for a background score on Slumdog millionaire. ARR
> convinced him to listen to some of the songs for the movie. Danny again
> tells him "no cellos". Which meant he did not want any emotional or
> melodious songs. Now ARR's strength is this kind of music. But he takes it
> on as a challenge and gives Danny the edgy/rough kind of score that he
> wanted at the same time retaining the ARR essence. And then he wins all
> these awards. Even ARR will say, he did not foresee all this, but his unique
> ability to push the edge of his ability and comfort zone has brought this
> glory. Same thing with RDB - the song lukka chuppi was purely ARR's idea and
> he naughtily admits that he did it to fulfill a long dream to sing with
> Lataji. But when the music was done and the movie is watched, that song
> captures the essence of the movie in a way that is very unique. It is very
> rare to see anyone push the possibilities so consistently and so well.
> Numerous such examples be found on this topic.
>
> 5) Childlike enthusiasm: Hear ARR speak and you can always see a child
> somewhere. He wants to learn, he wants to do new stuff, he is never content
> with his achievements. no arrogance for what he has done. Imagine he goes
> and learns a new instrument like the continuum and then produces amazing
> music with it. That innocence and constant energy will always give him ideas
> and open newer frontiers. It is also the same with technology. ARR till date
> and since he started has always adopted and mastered new technology. That is
> a sign of learning and growing rather than stagnating.
>
> 6) Ability to overcome hardships at a young age: Particularly in one of his
> interviews with Simi Garewal, ARR talks about the hardships he had to endure
> while as a kid his family was struggling and they could not afford him to go
> to school but work and support the family. This itself is stupendous. But,
> what I find even more impressive is that he is not and has never been bitter
> about it. He does not have any self-pity. He talks like a child, but there
> is a very old and wise man inside when he says, thats what I had to do and
> that is what I did. For people of his genius and intelligence when you add
> the quality of taking and overcoming hardships at a youn age, that becomes a
> very potent combination. Everything else in life looks easy. See his
> interview with simi garewal on youtube if you want to see thi

Re: [arr] ARR Receiving Grammy Youtube Video

[Kalyan K]

'Manmohini'  guy :-)



On Wed, Feb 3, 2010 at 10:34 AM, Shamil Sharif  wrote:

>
>
>  'Jai ho' guy plz...
>
>
> AR Rahman - His music for ears for years
>
>
>  --
> *From:* A.R.Rajib 
> *To:* arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> *Sent:* Tue, February 2, 2010 10:17:39 PM
> *Subject:* Re: [arr] ARR Receiving Grammy Youtube Video
>
>
>
> Vijay Prakash .. The Fiqrana guy :x
>
>  On Tue, Feb 2, 2010 at 8:51 PM, ChanderR  yahoo.com
> > wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> Who is that guy along with Tanvi and AR in the second video?
>>
>>
>>
>>  hey man great work!!! thanks a ton
>>
>> Remixes I Originals I Opinions at  http://www.wiredbea ts.com 
>> 
>>
>>
>>
>>  --
>> *From:* manisha madhavan 
>> *To:* arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com 
>> *Sent:* Tue, 2 February, 2010 8:44:19 AM
>>
>> *Subject:* [arr] ARR Receiving Grammy Youtube Video
>>
>>
>>
>>   Hey Y'all,
>>
>> Have just uploaded Videos of ARR Sir accepting both the Grammy Awards on
>> Youtube:
>>
>> Accepting for Best Compilation Soundtrack:
>>
>> http://www.youtube.com/watch? 
>> v=hkkQYNTvy3A
>>
>>
>> Accepting for Best Written Song:
>>
>> http://www.youtube.
>> com/watch? v=Rx1EFJLKydU
>>
>>
>> JAI HO
>>
>>
>>
>> --
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>>
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>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> - Regards
>
> ~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] An inspiring story of A R Rahman

[Kalyan K]

Wow!!  Beautiful Article Vithur!! Thanks for sharing.

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Feb 2, 2010 at 2:47 PM, Vithur  wrote:

>
>
> Success thro’ Excellence
> An inspiring story of A R Rahman
>
>
> http://shamimrafeek.blogspot.com/2009/03/ar-rahman-inspiring-story-of-success.html
>
> Few weeks back I wrote an article on M.S Dhoni and the lessons from his
> unique leadership style. We have another role model who has mastered
> excellence in his profession and brought the whole world under his feet -
> The Music Legend - A.R Rahman.
>
> Is there any thing common in these two youth icons of our country ?
> Yes,commitment to excellence is their DNA. Winning is their habit and they
> always perform at ' WOW '! Aiming for perfection and winning the competitive
> edge are the things for what they crave constantly and add them to their
> attitude. The next thing is performance. During any moment of the day, their
> performance is EXCELLENCE. Performance is their language and they understand
> the language of result only.
>
> If you pick up any newspaper or see the web or watch the news these days,
> chances are that you will find an interview of A.R.Rahman. He is all over
> the place after his OSCAR achievement and he really deserves it! All of us
> have been seeing videos of his arrival back to India and his press
> conferences with excitement.
>
> Today, A.R. Rahman is one of the world's most successful musicians. With a
> brand name like Rahman, movies rake in millions. But it isn't just Rahman's
> exceptional enthusiasm that's so contagious, but also the quality and
> success of the work he's churning out. The man has redefined contemporary
> Indian music and has become an icon for millions all over the world.
>
> Like everyone, I have known him and his music right from the time 'Roja'
> was released in 1992.. that's a good 17 years! Everyone speaks of his music,
> and what he eats, sleeps, drinks and what he does when he is free and so on
> so forth. But really, there are things much beyond that one needs to know
> and learn from the legend that A.R.Rahman is. With so many people who speak
> so high of him at all times, there are some things that are unsaid and
> certain things that we so easily ignore about Rahman, that makes him stand
> apart from the clutter.
>
> The musical genius that Rahman is, most of that comes from his being and
> principles. Rahman's success presents some valuable tips to us which can be
> applied to our professional lives and achieve our goals. And on that note,
> with the little that I know of him, let me share some of the learnings from
> A.R.Rahman.
>
> 1. Family - Respect your Parents
>
> It might be very easy to brush this fact aside, but the truth is Rahman has
> always loved, respected and adored his parents. With his father R.K.Shekar
> leaving for heavenly abode when Rahman was nine years old, Rahman's mother
> Kareema Begum, gave Rahman a new ray of hope and fresh lease of life. She
> painfully raised the family, and is one of the driving factors of why Rahman
> is a legend today.
>
> Remember what he said when he received his first OSCAR award, " Mere paas
> ma hai, which means I have nothing but I have a mother, so mother's here,
> her blessings are there with me. I'm grateful for her to have come all the
> way ". Which other music composer or for that matter which other
> media/entertainment/corporate personality do we know who follows this
> principle. How many of us will openly show our love and respect to our
> parents like him. That makes him truly unique.
>
> 2. Belief - Be Spiritually inclined
>
> A.R.Rahman believes in god and spiritualism. Its not about the fact that he
> follows Islam, and offers prayers 5 times a day…its much more than that. I
> believe there is a huge difference between being religious and being
> spiritual, of which the latter is what Rahman is made of. In a recent
> interview Rahman revealed that, "Religion sounds vulgar these days, I am
> more of a spiritual person. And I believe in being consistent with my
> spirituality. As one grows in life, one realizes the magnitude of
> spirituality. It is the most beautiful passion. It raises you above all the
> negativities. For me and my music, spirituality is the most important
> element and I don't think I can create the kind of music I do, if I don't
> practice spirituality."
>
> Spirituality has not only made him connect to his music, but has also made
> him connect to humanity. When he received his second OSCAR, he said " all my
> life I had a choice of hate and love and I chose love and I am here, god
> bless " . That's the powerful message o

Re: [arr] ARR - SOUL THAT CARRIES LIGHT

[Kalyan K]

True...True..

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Feb 1, 2010 at 11:54 PM, nagarajan raghavendran
wrote:

>
>
>
> What a day it was. So much of excitement, energy, joy, pride. One man who
> made everything possible - A.R.Rahman
>
> There is so much i have learnt from ARR - beyond music.
>
> Every day - when you realise what this man has achieved, it gives you a new
> sense of inspiration, power and confidence to face your day to day
> challenges.
>
> The more you think about this man - you do feel that he has given new
> definition to "Life" and probably one of the greatest source of insipiration
> you have ever had.
>
> The more you hear this man speak - teaches you something you never heard
> before. Although what he might have said is so simple.
>
> A soul that reaches million hearts and makes it melt.
>
> Long live ARR.
>
> 
>

Re: [arr] (SemiARR) Anmol Bhave bags National Award for best Sound !

[Kalyan K]

Congrats Anmol!!.  You made us proud.

Kalyan K.

On Sun, Jan 24, 2010 at 10:33 AM, mohammed sajin  wrote:

>
>
> Haerty Congratulations Mr.Anmol Bhave.
>
> Our group is always blessed with peoples like you.
>
> Feeling very proud to be here.
>
>
>
>
>
> <http://sig.graphicsfactory.com/>
> *
> *
> --
>
>
>  --
> *From:* DineshVaidya 
> *To:* arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> *Sent:* Sun, January 24, 2010 7:18:37 AM
> *Subject:* [arr] (SemiARR) Anmol Bhave bags National Award for best Sound
> !
>
>
>
> Anmol Bhave, a Yahoo Group member, Chief of The Wandering Souls "RAHMANIA"
> and a disciple of our Guruji has been chosen for NATIONAL AWARD by
> Government of India for Best Sound for a film "GANDH" ( in Marathi ) !
>
>
> This is Anmol's second National Award for Best Sound. He received his first
> award for his FTII graduation film "CLOSURE" 3 years back.
>
> Anmol also did Music Direction and Sound for a childrens film in Kannada
> "GUBBACHIGALU" and also did sound for another FTII graduation film "THREE OF
> US". Incidently BOTH these films received NATIONAL AWARDs for best films in
> their category !
>
> Directly or indirectly this is a hattrick of sorts for Anmol !
>
> Anmol owes his success to AR Rahman. Though Anmol is a Mechanical Engineer,
> the field of SOUND ENGINEERING attracted him the most after exposed to the
> unique sound of ARRahman's music and he has chosen SOUND ENGINEERING as his
> career now.
>
> Anmol claims that every performance of his show RAHMANIA opens up a new
> treasure into Rahman's unique Sound Engineering skills and Anmol admits that
> on the scale of ARR, he has a long way to go..
>
> On behalf of the Yahoo group, I congratulate Anmol and wish him even more
> success in his future assignments.
>
> I am sure Guruji ARR must be happy with his talented disciple ..
>
> Best regards
> Dinesh Vaidya
> Pune
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] ARR misses National award again!

[Kalyan K]

A big goof-up again by National Awards Committe.   I personally feel ARR
should work more for the industry which recognises his work (Hollywood)
rather than working for the industries which do not even have courtesy to
recognise his work inspite of his work being appreciated all over the
world.  Adding agony to this, some people in India are not able to
understand the intricacies and beautiful complexeties involved in AR's music
and instead of  understanding it slowly, they are simply getting flattened
by Instant-Music liking.  But these peope are not realising that Only AR's
music will be long-standing for ever in their hearts and others will be
wiped-off in a short span of time.

This is just my personal opinion.

Thanks,
Kalyan K.
On Sun, Jan 24, 2010 at 12:27 AM, ~ s...@ps ~  wrote:

>
>
>   just gotta know the news..
> 56th National awards announced..
> ARR misses it again...
> Marathi composers Ajay-Atul win for 'Jogwa'.
> Best Male Playback singer- Hariharan (Jeev rangla-Jogwa)
> Best Female Playback singer-Shreya Ghoshal (Pherari mon-Antaheen)
>
> Though Jogwa's music ws good..'Jodhaa Akbar' deserved it much better...ARR
> hd a rockin 2008...
> surprised...hardly 2 awards for J-A
> dunno y this always happens..
>
> nyways..
> lets hope for the Civilian Honours..just hope ARR's conferred 'Padma
> Bhushan'
>
> Jai ho..
> swaps
>
> 
>

Re: [arr] AR fans, does it get any better than this?

[Kalyan K]

Thanks for taking us to a sweet and beautiful journey Chord!!

Kalyan K.
On Tue, Jan 19, 2010 at 8:14 AM, ichord  wrote:

>
>
> Since January 2008, 2 years ago, when Jodha Akbar was released, I have been
> on an absolute Rahman high...enjoying the heavy Rahman showers that have me
> soaked from head to toe with his magical, sparkling, mindblowing music.
> Rahman achieving huge domestic and international success simultaneously in
> the past 2 years has created some of the most exhilarating feelings a
> musical fan could ever dream of, and that dream is continuing today.
>
> (Note, I was quite happy with AR's music prior to 2008 too, but really, for
> me, the turning point happened with Jodha Akbar's music. Why? Between
> 2004-2008, I felt that AR's ouput was a bit more inconsistent in terms of
> sound and overall quality. Don't get me wrong...I still love many, many of
> his songs from that period.)
>
> Let's review shall we since Jan 2008?
>
> Jan 17 2008 - After much, much frustration and ire, Jodha Akbar's music
> FINALLY released and I was completely blown away by the majestic, haunting,
> classically melodic numbers like Khwaja Mere Khwaja, Man Mohanna, Jashne
> Bahar. This album still remains one of my favorite AR albums of all time,
> and the movie's success finally helped catapult this album into commercial
> success too.
>
> Late May 2008 - The almost simultaneous release of Janne Tu Ya Jaane Na and
> Ada gave us fans a second feast that year with peppy tunes, excellent sound,
> soul stirring numbers, and huge commercial success with JTYJN's music and
> movie. Songs like Kabhi Aditi, Kahin To, Tu Bole, Jaane Kyu, Meherbaan, Ishq
> Ada, Hawa Sun Hawa, Mile Waha Waha floored me again.
>
> July 2008 - Sakkrakati in Tamil released and boy what a treat we had with
> Taxi Taxi, Elay, and Marudhaani, my favorites of that album. Taxi Taxi
> created a storm unlike seen before on the airwaves and Marudhaani remains
> one of my all time favorite AR songs in Tamil.
>
> It kept raining Rahman when on October 15, 2008, the much awaited Subhash
> Ghai's Yuvvraaj's music released with much celebration. Beautiful
> orchestration, classy, melodic numbers, and rich, soothing sonic structures
> made their way into our lives once again with classics like Muskura, Dost,
> Dil Ka Rishta, Man Mohiney, Zindagi. Zindagi remains one of my all time
> favorite ARR songs in Hindi and this album is still one of my favorite ARR
> Albums ever...a true artistic, classy masterpiece, barring Shano.
>
> Almost exactly a month later, on Nov 15th, the also much awaited music of
> Ghajini released along with the music of Slumdog Millionaire just prior.
> Ghajini's music had mixed reviews, but was associated with a HUGE BO movie
> success and had some great tunes in Kaise Mujhe, Bekha, and Guzarish, my
> favs from that album. SDM's music rewrote history and bagged AR Oscar
> nominations, becoming a world wide massive hit. Those Rahman showers kept
> getting heavier and heavier.
>
> Amidst all of these releases was AR's first private album since Vande
> Mataram with the music for Connections, meant to be limited to Nokia phones,
> but alas, leaked onto the internet and vastly enjoyed by AR fans everywhere
> with masterpiece tracks like Man Chandre, Kural, Silent Invocations,
> Mylapore Blues, and Mosquito...and let's not forget the hug message song of
> Jiya Se Jiya. While this uniquely spiritual album never saw an official CD
> release, the tracks continue to be lavished and savored. My picks are Kural,
> Mosquito, Silent Invocations ABC, and Man Chandre.
>
> On January 15, 2009, just as AR was getting ready for the Oscar ceremony,
> the music of ROM's Delhi 6 released with extremely, overwhelmingly positive
> reviews, claiming to be one of AR's greatest works til date and earning HUGE
> applause from both masses and classes with mindblowing classics like
> Arziyan, Rehna Tu, Dil Gira Dafatan, Genda Phool, Masakali...an album
> showcasing a HUGE variety of styles and genres from folk/classical to Sufi
> to Latin to Soul to Hip Hop. And for the big cake icing, just a few days
> later, AR bagged multiple Oscar wins for the music of SDM, being showcased
> on American TV, delivering a speech with an unforgettable, positive message,
> and soaring him to heights never before seen by a popular Indian musician
> and composer. As AR fans, the success at home and internationally both made
> AR fans feel like they were in heaven. A milestone month never to be
> forgotten, and likely never to be topped in terms of the amount of massive
> success and applause both all over India and all over the world.
>
> After the party was over and AR went i

Re: [arr] Anbil avan translation

[Kalyan K]

Thanks fani..how come you are able to translate being a telugu guy.  Am
amazed. :-)

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Jan 16, 2010 at 8:38 PM, fani kalyan wrote:

>
>
>   m: anbil avan sertha idhai
> manidharey verukkatheergal
> vendum ena inaitha idhai
> veena midhikkatheergal
>
> People, dont hate the one
> he has brought together in love
> Dont stamp the one
> that he has brought together
>
> f: uyire unnai unnai endha
> vaazhkai thunayaaga
> erkindren erkindren
> inimel puyal, veyil, mazhai,
> paalai, solai ivai ondraaga kadappome
>
> My love, i accept you as my life partner
> From now on lets cross the storm, sunshine, rain, desserts and gardens
> together
>
> m: unnai thaandi edhayum ennaal yosanai
> seyya mudiyaathey mudiyaathey
>
> I can't think of anything beyond you
>
> c: nee vana villaga aval vannam yezhaga
> andha vaanam veedaga maaradho maaradho
> hey jodi potty thaan hey neengal ponaaley
> kan pattu kaaichal than vaaradho vaaradho
> uyire...
>
> Wont the sky change into a home,
> with you being the rainbow and her being the 7 colours
> When you both go together
> Won't you fall ill because of people's jealousy
>
> f: neelum iravil oru pagalum
> neenda pagalil siru iravum
> kandu kollum kalai arindhom
> endrum engu adhai payindrom
>
> We learnt of finding..
> a day in a long night and
> a night in a long day
> Where did we learn that
>
> f: boomi vaanam kaatru theeyai neerai maatru
> pudhithaai kondu vandhu neettu
>
> Change the earth, sky, air, fire and water
> and bring in something new
>
> c: nee vana villaga aval vannam yezhaga
> andha vaanam veedaga maaradho maaradho
> hey jodi potty thaan hey neengal ponaaley
> kan pattu kaaichal vaaradho vaaradho
>
> Wont the sky change into a home,
> with you being the rainbow and her being the 7 colours
> When you both go together
> Won't you fall ill because of peoples jealousy
>
> m: uyire unnai unnai endha
> vaazhkai thunayaaga
> erkindren erkindren
> inimel puyal, veyil, mazhai,
> paalai, solai ivai ondraaga kadappome
>
> My love, i accept you as my life partner
> From now on lets cross the storm, sunshine, rain, desserts and gardens
> together
>
> f: unnai thaandi edhayum ennaal yosanai
> seyya mudiyaathey mudiyaathey
>
> I can't think of anything beyond you
>
> c: nee vana villaga aval vannam yezhaga
> andha vaanam veedaga maaradho maaradho
> hey jodi potty thaan hey neengal ponaaley
> kan pattu kaaichal vaaradho vaaradho
>
> Wont the sky change into a home,
> with you being the rainbow and her being the 7 colours
> When you both go together
> Won't you fall ill because of people's jealousy
>
> kadhal ellam mudiyum
> idam kalyaanam thaaney
> indru thodangum indha
> kadhal muduvilla vaaney
>
> Isn't all love meant to end up in marriage
> The love that starts today is like an endless sky
>
>
> 
>

Re: [arr] Relationship with a new ARR album is like an arranged marriage!

[Kalyan K]

Dr. Chord !!  i cant think of the better way of explaining things like
this.  Beautiful example. :-)

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Jan 13, 2010 at 10:42 PM, ichord  wrote:

>
>
> I'm trying to come up with an analogy to our collective relationship with a
> new ARR album and I think I found one.
>
> With an arranged marriage, as many of you have probably experienced, you
> meet your partner, talk, you try to get to know each other, but it's awkward
> at firstyou may have some doubts, fears, and in some cases, you may not
> like the person at all. But, over time, once familiarity takes over, and if
> you give that person a chance, MOST OF THE TIME, your love for that person
> will grow, and grow, based on a deeper understanding and appreciation of the
> personunderstanding the finer qualities It's a love not based on
> infatuation or artificial traits, but grows gradually under patience and
> time.
>
> Now, I will make a few word substitutions and try to recreate the same
> paragraph.
>
> With a new ARR album, as many of you have probably experienced, you buy
> it/download it, listen to it, and try to get to know it better, but it's
> awkward at first.you may have some doubts, fears, and in some cases you
> may not like the album at all. But over time, once familiarity takes over,
> and if you give that album a chance, MOST OF THE TIME, your love for that
> album will grow and grow, based on a deeper understanding and appreciation
> of the albumunderstanding the finer qualities. It's a love not based on
> first impression only or surface gloss, but grows gradually under patience
> and time.
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] My VTV review!

[Kalyan K]

Nice review!!

On Mon, Jan 11, 2010 at 10:51 PM, juliencristobal
wrote:

>
>
> My VTV review after 5-6 hearings:
>
> As I am not fluent in Tamil, I am not going to comment on the lyrics.
>
> 1) Omana Penne. This song starts beautifully with small bells followed by
> heavy bass. The composition seems really simple at the beginning but it's
> really difficult one to compose. Benny's voice is modulated and it adds to
> create a very unique feeling to it. No other than Benny would have been able
> to sing this song giving the same feeling (RnB style). However if you listen
> carefully you know that you are listening to an indian song due to the
> nadaswaram that is played from 0:45.
> A.R.Rahman has mixed a lot of different rhythms that makes this song
> unique. Kalyani makes her apparition in the of the middle song singing in
> Malayalam in a classical way: the listener is sent back to the 60's but
> modern rhythm are still being played. It's a superb anachronism. Benny vocal
> is back and more weird sounds are joining the song. Later, a short
> nadaswaram interlude is played quickly join by this modulate Benny! 10/10
>
> 2) What type of song is that? A techno/electro track? A semi-classical
> song? Who cares, the sound is unique!
> Anbil Avan starts with some notes played in a synthesizer that are quickly
> blend with traditionnal drums and choir. Devan starts the song with: anbil
> avan followed by very short sentences that leave a great effect on the
> listener. Chinmayi sings a few lines but the moment both Devan and Chinmayi
> sing together is very pleasant to the ears (1:24-1:29). After a brief
> humming from Chinmayi, from nowhere a wedding march is played by a pipe
> organ. Immediately after, the traditional south Indian nadaswaram is heard.
> Where are we in a church for a Christian wedding or a temple for a Hindu
> one? It's up to the listener imagination…
> The song is very innovative and the mood set by the song is totally
> different from the other songs. A feel good song all the way thanks to
> A.R.Rahman catchy tune. Listening to Devan and Chinmayi (who at times sounds
> like Vasundhra Das) I am sure they had fun while recording the song! 9.5/10
>
> 3) Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa. This song seems to be played in someone 's
> dream who imagines his beloved coming to him walking down a grey sky. The
> minimal use of music instruments helps to underline Karthik's magnificent
> vocal in this soft and romantic song that will have the same effect on the
> listener as A.R.Rahman `s En Swase Kaatre title track. The light guitar
> notes are enchanting. A.R.Rahman hasn't used the guitar so beautifully since
> Vellai Pukkal (Kannathil Muthamittal) and Khamosh Raat (Takshak) but the
> best part of the song is between 1:37-2:21 : pure divine! A special mention
> as well for the back vocalist who compliments Karthik's voice perfectly.
> Flip side: too short!! 10/10
>
> 4) Hosanna. This song is my favourite it is what we can call vintage
> A.R.Rahman. When I saw on arrahman.com a few weeks back that this song was
> sung by Vijay Prakash I was upset as I loved Srinivas rendition seen on
> youtube during the London music launch . However, Vijay is just as good as
> Srinivas! So what is so special about this song? EVERYTHING! What a song! A
> flute here, a violin and cello there, plus a guitar on the other hand and
> some pre-recorded rhythms create an heavenly atmosphere. No wonder the song
> is called Hosanna. The song progression is also very impressive from a very
> few instruments with Vijay Vocal singing: En ithayam, unaithaan norunggave,
> En maru ithayam, tharuven nee udaikave the song ends with the same lines but
> an explosion of sounds tell you that you have reached Heaven (is the bell at
> the very end a clue?).
> The vocals are equally good! Suzanne is at her seductive best (I love the
> way the sang Dreams on Fire in Slumdog Millionaire) with some very relaxing
> humming that invite you to some peaceful place (2:31- 3:16) . Vijay Prakash
> sounds very different when he sings En ithayam, unaithaan norunggave, En
> maru ithayam, tharuven nee udaikave where his voice is very soft and during
> the rest of the song where is voice is almost rough/rustic at some moment
> like Kailash Kher (3:24-3:29). Regarding Blaaze what to say? I was surprised
> to see Blaaze in such a song but A.R.Rahman included the rap in such a way
> that you won't even notice the change of singer. 11/10
>
> 5) Kannukul Kannai. The song has a really international appeal to it and
> has shades (music wise) of Yaakai Thiri 0:49-1:18 ( Ayitha Ezuthu) as well
> as Kelamal Kaiyile (ATM) but still it's different. Naresh Iyer sings the
> song with a lot of aplomb and in a very fast way. The moment that catches my
> attention the most is between 1:46 and 2:45 min where music and vocal reach
> the sky (pun intended): baring the vocal, we are not listening to a tamil
> song! I am sure the song is more interesting if you understand the lyrics….I

Re: [arr] My Complete Review of VTV's Music

[Kalyan K]

Chord!! Thanks for the beautiful review..:-)

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

On Mon, Jan 11, 2010 at 9:14 PM, ichord  wrote:

>
>
> First of all, I do not support piracy. I wanted to wait until Tuesday
> before hearing the songs and eventually writing a review, but the weaker
> part of me got the upper hand this time and I caved in. Please forgive me. I
> assure you that I did order the CD from Amazon and awaiting that in the
> mail.
>
> If there's a distinct trend that I see in ARR's music over time, it's his
> reduced emphasis on musical adventurism and acrobatics and increased
> emphasis on subtle musical forms within a composition, often perceived
> subjectively as "not living up to his own standards". I don't agree with
> that notion since it's ARR who recreates his own standards with each
> release, just like destroying his own ego before a compositional session.
> The burden of responsibility to recognize this is up to the listener, who
> may be challenged and confounded by expectations and biases, which is normal
> and natural. Again, these are trends only and just from my observational
> standpoint...nothing is black and white or exclusionary. This trend may be a
> function of two forces: 1)Age (emphasizing more of a gestaltic perspective)
> 2) Progressive evolution as part of a unique artist whose mindset is bent on
> conceptual expansion and really trying hard to avoid being typecasted,
> escaping from his own set trails to form new and distinct roads. The music
> of VTV is a major step in AR's evolutionary process as an artist who's never
> content with the status quo, or even his own previous success. Remember,
> it's the artist over the entertainer, and in VTV, it's the pure artist
> within ARR, even beyond musician, that is in the driver's seat. I will not
> comment on the lyrics since I don't understand Tamil.
>
> 1) Omanna Penne:
> Steady and soothing.a composition that oozes with spiritualness and
> introspection. I love how AR juxtaposes the Western rhythms with the
> Carnatic raagas first by the female voice, and weaving throughout the
> stylistic Nadaswaram, whose roots are deeply carnatic, but expressed so
> universally in this track. Wonderful singing by Benny and the Nadaswaram
> ending is surely a page from the Rehna Tu continuum outro. Nothing fancy in
> this composition, but the feeling left behind is extrenmely elevating and
> cleansing. Fantastic start. (8/10)
>
> 2) Anbil Avan:
> ARR at his playful best. He must have had a lot of fun putting this track
> together. There is nothing heavy or mindblowing about this track, but what
> makes it work for me is the joyful innocence in the melody and the very
> interesting sonic arrangements using a Shehnai type sound juxtaposed with a
> church organ sound. The musical interlude that has this also has some very
> nice, quick chord progressions that defy banality. The melody sticks easy
> and would be a fun song to dance with. (7/10)
>
> 3) Vinnathaandi Varuvaayaa:
> Wow..what a minimalistic impact! Minimalistic impact is something that
> I have been missing from Rahman's ouevre in recent films, but here it is, in
> its full glory and form. Using a minimalistic sound template for a title
> song is quite bold and outside the box, but boy does it work for me!!! The
> acoustic strings (guitar? harp?) along with vibes and small bells create
> such a unique, peaceful ambience in this song that transports me into a
> dreamlike world. Beautiful string additions in the mid section only add
> depth to amazing vocals, chords, and heartfelt emotions in this gem, but
> likely to be underrated track. Delicate, subtle, dreamy, ambient, soft,
> restrained, soothing, warming.I can go on and on. Again, a track
> doesn't have to be complex and adventursome to be powerfulthis is the
> genius of ARhe can create such a powerful ambience using minimal
> quantity. (8/10)
>
> 4) Hosana:
> There is no other composer in India who can arrange better than AR. In this
> song, many of AR's strengths are showcased.sound structure, layered,
> thick, yet uncluttered arrangements, symphonic textures, haunting melody,
> soothing ambience. The sound layers are so clean and crispthat beautiful
> strumming acoustic guitar is so nice!!! Also worthy of metion is the high
> toned Scottish flavored flute and the subtle mandolin rhythms in sync with
> the main rhythms, punctuated by the pulsating string sections. The female
> choir with the angelic expression is one of the most beautiful choir sounds
> I've heard. This song sticks to you and won't let go. A complete masterpiece
> IMO that is one of the best songs that ARR has composed in recent years.
>

Re: [arr] after 10 hearings i felt vtv is

[Kalyan K]

Probably our group should have a rule to post their comments / reviews only
after repeated listening (atleast 10 times)  of any new ARR's sound track
release.  Coz...it takes time to grow on you usually..

But am hooked to VTV music instantly.  Mind-blowing composition. My
whole-hearted salute to my music god again.  Thanks ARR for VTV songs.

Kalyan K.


On Tue, Jan 12, 2010 at 2:57 PM, mohammed yaseen <
mohammed_yasee...@yahoo.com> wrote:

>
>
>   the songs are super pls hear our guru done great job
>
> --- On *Tue, 1/12/10, wiredbeats . * wrote:
>
>
> From: wiredbeats . 
> Subject: RE: [arr] after 10 hearings i felt vtv is
> To: "arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com " 
> Date: Tuesday, January 12, 2010, 1:28 AM
>
>
> Ok no problem if you don't like the album. Not liking is as normal as
> liking it. Most of the times a track works because there is a catchy hook to
> it and rahman knows his hooks. He is a master of hooks.
>
> This one is different in many ways. Kind of away from conventional formats.
> Will take time. Check if u like the album after a month, if not then chuck
> it and wait for the next one.
>
> Aromale is actually an outstanding track my friend. pick up any classic
> rock , slow rock disc and the guitar and screaming is always there.
>
> I mean this track is right up there.
>
> Give it time.
>
> enjoy and ya no offence meant !
>
> sent thru mobile device
> -Original Message-
> From: RaijenB
> Sent:  12/01/2010 8:54:29 am
> Subject:  [arr] Re: after 10 hearings i felt vtv is
>
> --- In 
> arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com<http://mc/compose?to=arrahmanf...@yahoogroups.com>,
> "ichord"  wrote:
> >
> For me VTV is over the Expectation of mine... You will never find such a
> finest album in this year... VTV is Just Great .. Out Standing... OVER THE
> EXPECTATIONS WO
>
>
> > Well, there goes my prediction down the drain!!!
> >
> > --- In 
> > arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com<http://mc/compose?to=arrahmanf...@yahoogroups.com>,
> aneesh ani  wrote:
> > >
> > > After 10n more hearing am saying that this is not what i have expected
> frm vtv.look in to the earlier films of gautham,is this we expected frm
> vtv.not even a single hummable master piece.totally fed up.in 90's rahman
> was concentrating on tunes now he is fully concetratingon technology n
> westernising.it is better to  go back to his old style.aromale song is not
> bad but his repeated roaring is irritating.guys sorry for this post but no
> way.pour ur reply am ready to argue. sir we are missing  h.sridhar sir very
> much.sir pls we are expecting frm endhiran n raavan.sivaji hindi is superb
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Re: [arr] Re: Awards for the members in the Group : Year 2009 : My Vote

[Kalyan K]

Vithur, you have done it again.  Thanks for the wonderful message. That
should be the motto of all of us here.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Jan 2, 2010 at 9:00 AM, Vithur  wrote:

>
>
> There are so many people who have been silent contributors in their own
> way.
>
> So, The best award that we can give ourselves is to be patient for the
> Audio CD to get released, and not panic abt new releases, and trying to do
> whatever good we can for making ARR proud.
>
>
> Jai Ho ARR
>  On Fri, Jan 1, 2010 at 10:08 PM, Sriram Iyer wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> Life Time award so early?! :P
>>
>> I'd (like others) stand a chance to win the 'Best supporting Rahmaniac' -
>>
>> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
>> Farzad Khaleel  wrote:
>> >
>> > If an award is given out every year end for the members in this group,
>> my
>> > votes for the following category would be
>> >
>> > Best Reviewer : iChord
>> > Best Story : Manisha Madhavan's experience of meeting A R Rahman
>> > Fair play award : Mr.Vithur (:
>> > Most lovely person met : Mr. Nazeef Mohammed
>> > Best comedy & entertainment : Mr. Gomzy
>> > Best Reporter : Pavan Kumar, Bivin Chandra, Sreekrishnan
>> > Best Music : Aakash Shah's experiments on Rahman Tracks
>> > Critics Awards for Criticizing : Kishore Parayath, Taimur Nadeem :P
>> >
>> > Best post read in the group : A R Rahman bags Oscar for Slumdog
>> Millionnaire
>> > !
>> > Worst post read in the group : Hearing 30 sec promo of Chiggy Wiggy &
>> > measuring the standard of A R Rahman.
>> >
>> >
>> > Life time Achievement Award : Gopal Srinivasan & Vijay Iyer for their
>> > outstanding service to the group through out these years.
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > Happy New Year all and let all be united in coming years, Insha Allah:)
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> >
>> > --
>> > Farshad N
>> > Mob: 055-2660114
>> > email:farsadkhal...@... 
>> >
>>
>>
>
>
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
>
>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Rahman Sir "The Man Of The Decade"! 2000 - 2009 | A Revisit!!

[Kalyan K]

Gone through an excellent journey through your writeup Arrvind.   Thanks for
that.

Kalyan K.

On Fri, Jan 1, 2010 at 2:00 AM, ARRvind  wrote:

>
>
>   With the advent of a new promising decade and being just passed off a
> musically stupendous decade, i just felt to rewind our great Rahman sir's
> works and achievements by my simple mere words here.! Well, it just goes out
> to be an understatement if we all declare A.R.Rahman sir as [b]"The Man Of
> The Decade"[/b] in the entertainment category.
>   Raining Filmfares, Padmashree, Doctorates, Lata Mangeshkar Awards,
> National Awards, State Awards, Golden Globes, BAFTAs,Swaralaya Yesudas
> Awards, Grammy Nominations and above all the Oscar Academy awards,not
> withstanding, Rahman sir clearly won millions and trillions of hearts across
> the globe. I, personally consider that more than those aforementioned
> awards, its the love among the hearts of people that has made what Rahman
> sir is today!
> Lets all rewind back to his illustrious works and corresponding
> achievements of  the decade 2000 - 2009:
>
> 2000
>
> 1) Alaipayuthey (Tamil)
>  --> A Manirathnam - Rahman Sir Combination Classic Runaway hit!
>  --> Won Filmfare South Best Music Director Award
>
> 2) Fiza (Hindi)
>  --> Graced the movie as a guest composer and composed an anthem Qawwali
> "Piya Haji Ali" which no one would ever forget
>
> 3) Kandukondain Kandukondain (Tamil)
>  --> A Musical Superhit in Rajeev Menon - Rahman Sir combination after
> Minsaara Kanavu
>
> 4) Rhythm (Tamil)
>  --> A sugary sweet and simple composition by Sir
>
> 5) Thenali (Tamil)
> --> A laugh riot flick in the combination of Rahman Sir - Kamal Haasan -
> K.S.Ravikumar
>
> 6) Zubeidaa (Hindi)
> --> A classic periodical love story by Shyam Benegal.It was ARR's signature
> tunes that stood up in the movie and well received!
>
> 2001
>
> 1) One 2 Ka 4 (Hindi)
> --> Movie turned out to be damp squib despite the presence of most
> influential people: ARR Sir and Shah Rukh Khan
>
> 2) Star (Tamil)
> --> Rahman sir re-used most of his "Thakshak" and "1947-Earth"  tunes onto
> this one.The response was moderate though!
>
> 3)Naayak (Hindi)
> --> Remake of Tamil Hit "Mudhalvan", the same songs were re-used and the
> response was great!
>
> 4)Lagaan (Hindi)
> --> One of the most successful Cinemas in the film industry, Rahman sir
> proved the world that there is no one to replace him in period films.
> --> ARR swept away almost all awards for the year
>   National Award for the best Music Direction
>   Filmfare Award for the best Music Direction
>   IIFA Award for the best Music Direction
>   Zee Cine Award for the best Music Direction
>
> 5) Paarthale Paravasam (Tamil)
> --> Hugely anticipated movie of the year since it was legendary director
> K.Balachander's 100th flick! Songs were well received but the movie sank
> without a trace!
>
> 6) Alli Arjuna (Tamil)
> --> Another masala flick which had tunes of "Pukar", "1947 Earth" and "One
> 2 Ka 4" all mixed together. Both the songs and film was soon forgotten since
> all felt that the songs have already been heard before in Hindi!
>
> 2002
>
> 1)Kannathil Muthammital (Tamil)
> --> The year began with a bang with Rahman sir teaming up again with
> Manirathnam.The result: A Megahit venture!
>
> -->ARR was again the most favourite among the award presenters
> National Award for the best Music Direction
> Filmfare South Award for the best Music Direction
>
> 2)Saathiya (Hindi)
> --> A hit remake of the Tamil classic hit "Alaipayuthey"
> --> Songs became a rage among masses and classes with ARR grabbing :
>Filmfare Award for the best Music Direction
>Bollywood Movie Award for the best Music Direction
>IIFA Award for the best Music Direction
>Zee Cine Award for the best Music Direction
>MTV Immies Award for the best Music Direction
>
> 3) The Legend Of Bhagath Singh (Hindi)
> --> A revolutionary concept by Rajkumar Santoshi
> --> Songs and BGMs ruled the music world while the movie bombed due to the
> interventions of too many movies with the same concept released
> simultaneously.ARR also received the Filmfare Best Background Music Award
> for his soul stirring BGMs.
>
> 4) Baba (Tamil)
> --> A mega hyped Rajinikanth starrer which made Rahman sir adapt to Rajni's
> stardom style. The result was just moderate and movie went disastrous!
>
> 5) Kaadhal Virus (Tamil)
> --> A breezy romantic flick which arrived and departed very quietly without
&

Re: [arr] CNN-IBN song of the year 2009

[Kalyan K]

Yeah.. sadly amazing song Arziyan..has only 5%.  And itz unbelievable to see
Rehna Tu (Delhi -6) missing in this list.   And more over, there are some
other chart buster songs of the year missing, like Masakkali, Delhi-6 Title
track, Bhoola Tujhe etc...Hope the Organizers will have a re-look on the
songs list.

Kalyan K.

On Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 5:34 PM, Mohamed Hashir  wrote:

>
>
> I wated to vote for Arzian..but since i dont want the rahmaniacs votes to
> be devided, i did for Gainda Phool...
>
> its so sad to see arzian with only 5%...
>
> hashir
>
>  On Thu, Dec 24, 2009 at 3:41 PM, $ Pavan Kumar $ 
> wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> Vote here:
>>
>> http://ibnlive.in.com/conversations/thread/109654.html
>>
>> Ghenda Phool is leading with 38% of the votes...
>>
>>
>>
>>
>  
>

Re: [arr] AUDIO RELEASE IN INDIA ON 26TH DECEMBER 2009, CONFIRMED BY MUSIC GALLERY, COIMBATORE

[Kalyan K]

Dears...We can't get a better and clear clarification than this.  Thanks
Gopal for the clarification.  Letz not go by the Sundry blogs or some other
miscellaneous information.  Letz go by official confirmation by VTV Team.

Kalyan K.

On Tue, Dec 22, 2009 at 2:08 AM, Gopal Srinivasan wrote:

>
>
> It is heartening to see some mature reaction to this The grief that others
> have given vent to is understandable and when set in the context of many
> such delays previously it is not surprising. But, just in this specific
> case, do realize that no official date has been announced by the VTV team.
> Don't go by what every sundry blog or obscure music store decides to tell
> you. A launch event is scheduled based on the availability of the people in
> attendance. Ideally, one would like to see the CDs release simultaneously.
> But this is a time of the year it is difficult to co-ordinate schedules and
> the event was held to accommodate people's schedules. The CD is currently
> being mastered and is expected to release in the first week of January -
> even on this it's only my indication and not an official communication from
> the music label or the studio.
>
>
> On Mon, Dec 21, 2009 at 13:22, $ Pavan Kumar $ wrote:
>
>>
>>
>>  To all those criticizing and stuffs..tell me..was there any single
>> official press release from the producers of  VTV stating that the audio
>> will be released in so and so date?
>>
>> We fans just go by the news in the online sites and start building our
>> expectations on those false media reports..I agree..some of them in our
>> industry still dont work in a professional way..but try to understand that a
>> lot of hard work and detailing goes into the every end product that comes
>> out in the market. No producer will like to lock in his money for longer
>> period of time..the so-called delays happen due to many reasons which we
>> might not be aware off...so lets have some patience and be less demanding...
>>
>>  --
>> *From:* Sath Murthy 
>> *To:* arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
>> *Sent:* Mon, December 21, 2009 11:15:56 PM
>> *Subject:* Re: [arr] AUDIO RELEASE IN INDIA ON 26TH DECEMBER 2009,
>> CONFIRMED BY MUSIC GALLERY, COIMBATORE
>>
>>
>>
>> This is not a way of increasing the curiosity among the fans.. but its
>> definitely getting negative response from everyone... Lot of tweets regd.
>> this.. samples are:
>>
>> Two long days have passed after Vinnai Thaandi Varuvaaya audio was
>> launched in London. Still no sign of audio CDs. Pongada neengaLum unga...
>>
>> கும்பல் மனநிலை என்று ஒன்று உண்டு.. நல்ல உதாரணம் ஏ.ஆர்.ரஹ்மான் ரசிகர்கள்..
>>
>> Hope the future releases of ARR are not going to follow this footsteps.
>> Hope they don't ARR fans for a ride.
>>
>> Thanks
>> Satheesh.
>>
>>  --
>> *From:* Dinesh Scaran 
>> *To:* arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
>> *Sent:* Mon, December 21, 2009 8:40:11 AM
>> *Subject:* Re: [arr] AUDIO RELEASE IN INDIA ON 26TH DECEMBER 2009,
>> CONFIRMED BY MUSIC GALLERY, COIMBATORE
>>
>>
>>
>> dude, if u think im the only 1 reacting such, u need to get out to the
>> real world and see the frustration there. I just received dozens of sms
>> expressing their frustration towards the way the whole thing that was
>> handled. Its just indigestible about the gap between the launch and release.
>> Nothing regarding ARR or his music not being worth await. Please do not fuel
>> in the wrong idea here. Im not forcing anyone but our views should be
>> reached to the upper part as well. Its the part of the entertainment cycle.
>> Its good that this issue is being discussed here. Hope this issue doesnt
>> occur in ARR's releases again! Next time know the content well before tying
>> to drop in ur comments.
>>
>> --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups.. com ,
>> pratap  wrote:
>> >
>> > Patience my friend... Everyone is waiting. Who are you trying to force?
>> Just another a week or so you'll get the CD. Is AR's album not worth the
>> wait? There will be valid reason for the delay.
>> >
>> > http://indian- music-bgm. blogspot. 
>> > com/<http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/>
>> Â http://www.facebook.com/elensar5233Please do not add me in YM. I only
>> use this account for the group...
>> >
>> >
>> > --- On Mon, 12/21/09, Dinesh Scaran  wrote:
>> >
>> > From: Dinesh Scaran 
>> > Subject: Re: [arr] AUDIO RELEASE IN INDIA ON 26TH DECEMBER 2009,
&g

[arr] A R Rahman declared CNN-IBN Indian of the Year - 2009

[Kalyan K]

ARR won two coveted awards tonight at CNN-IBN Indian of the year awards
function.

1. Entertainer of the Year - 2009

2. And the big one - Indian of the Year - 2009

Proud to see Prime Minister of India Lavishing Praise on our beloved ARR.
Great Moment for every Indian.

God is Great.

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

Re: [arr] Whatever this event is....

[Kalyan K]

This video gives me goose bumps whenever i watch it.  This video is a
classic example of Jai ho's penetration in hearts of people all over the
world. Jai Ho ARR.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Dec 12, 2009 at 8:24 PM, Gopal Srinivasan wrote:

>
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhJ56ac8Ps8
> 
>

Re: [arr] Ichord

[Kalyan K]

Chord!! Eagerly awaiting for your Postings on VTV music

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 7:46 AM, ichord  wrote:

>
>
> Thanks for remembering me, guys. I'm still around, but just taking a bit of
> a break, although I never take a break from listening to ARR's msuic! This
> forum has been more quiet of late, but very pleasant and calm, which is
> nice. I still read the posts everyday.
>
> I will be back to writing here, shortly, esp., when VTV releases. I am now
> starting to really look forward to VTV's music, as a sample of AR's singing
> from that album a while back really haunted me. Also, Shreya G raving about
> one of the songs on there. Gautam Menon seems to have a very good taste in
> music, so this album is going to be pretty special, I predict.
>
> Once a deeper thought about ARR hits, I will post here, and thanks for
> missing me!
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Vithur  wrote:
> >
> > Dear Chord
> >
> > Everyone loves you and your posts so much Pls keep writing...
> >
> >
> >
> >
> > On Wed, Dec 9, 2009 at 5:09 PM, Abdul Manaf C.P wrote:
>
> >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Dear Chord
> > >
> > > where are you in these days. No posts coming from you ..? What happend
> to
> > > you. ? Please come back with interesting topics. Hope you will be here
> when
> > > VTV releasing
> > >
> > > --
> > > Regards
> > >
> > > MANAF
> > >
> > > WP SHJ
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
> >
> > --
> > regards,
> > Vithur
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] And the music played all night........

[Kalyan K]

Lovely Article Indeed !!

Kalyan K.

On Mon, Nov 23, 2009 at 10:42 AM, jairam ramachandran <
getjai...@rediffmail.com> wrote:

>
>
> A lovely article on Rahman and his Music by another talented MD(hope it's
> not posted before)
>
> http://www.shantanumoitra.in/Articles/rvsd3108/sc0006357f.jpg
>
> <http://sigads.rediff.com/RealMedia/ads/click_nx.ads/www.rediffmail.com/signatureline@middle?>
> 
>

[arr] (semi-arr) Desperately waiting for this Combination to happen - ARR + Sekhar Kammula

[Kalyan K]

Hi All..

For those who can't wait till VTV, here is some Non-ARR Stuff.  I strongly
recommend to hear Songs from the Not yet released telugu film Leader.
Especially dont miss  "Leader Title track, Vandematarm, Avunana Kaathana,
Leader Instrumental Version tracks".

It has some good music by Mickey J. Meyer.  And the film was directed by Mr.
Sekhar Kammula. He is an excellent director. He has given a new dimension to
the telugu film industry.  He has set standards for making a film in
innovative way by preserving telugu culture and values intact. And most
importantly Mr. Sekhar Kammula is having fantastic music sense.  He extracts
excellent stuff even from new music directors also.  The three films which
he directed stands for this (Anand, Godavari, Happy Days) and ofcourse now
Leader.  If you find time, you may listen to the songs from these movies
also.  No need to say, not only music, these films are as good as well.

Inshallah, Am hoping that our ARR works with Sekhar Kammula in future.  Am
sure, this will be a ground-breaking combination.

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

[arr] Blue - Telugu Version Sound Track Listing

[Kalyan K]

1. Chiggy Wiggy
 Artist(s): Karthik, Suzanne  (Sonu Nigam replaced by Karthik)

2. Gundey Lo
 Artist(s): Sukhwindher Singh, Shreya Ghoshal

3. Chintela
 Artist(s): Vijay Prakash, Shreya Ghoshal

4. Yemayyindo Mansukhi
Artist(s): Rashid Ali

5. Blue Theme
Artist(s): Blaze, Naresh Iyer, Vijay Prakash, Raqueeb Aalam, Raihanah, Sonu
Kakkark  (Jaspreet Singh replaced by Raihanah)

6. Priyathama
Artist(s): Shreya Ghoshal, Naresh Iyer  (Sonu Nigam replaced by Naresh Iyer)

7. Priyudu Kalisinadaiya
Artist(s): Udit Narayan, Madhusree

Thanks,
Kalyan K.

Re: [arr] Re: ARR is very weak in selecting projects! What u think? - Not at all!

[Kalyan K]

Beautiful Answer Mani.

Kalyan K.

On Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 8:17 PM, mani_tec  wrote:

>
>
> No pain no gain!
> No risk, no innovation!
>
> If you attempt to explore where nobody goes, there is a "huge" chance of
> failure. But, at the same time, there is a "small" chance for
> innovation/new-trends. Path breaking artists will always seek that, and ARR
> sir is one of them.
>
> A small example;
> When you have two options in hand (Whats your Rashee, SDM), it sounds
> logical to stick to a working formula. But ARR sir chose SDM!! Now it seems
> a genius decision, but acknowledge the fact that he chose to explore
> something new.
>
> Being a true artist that ARR sir is, he seeks new boundaries. Sure, there
> will be failure, but equally you are giving yourself a chance for
> innovation.
>
> I am very silent member of this group. ARR sir is one of my big
> inspirations. It is a nice topic, and so I wanted to voice my opinion.
>
> Mani
>
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "myown_niche"  wrote:
> >
> > IF ARR was weak in understanding a subject, how is he creating such
> wonderful tracks for these duds?
> >
> > Let me try to tell something. Music for a movie is done before the movie
> shooting is even started. And unlike anyone who asks for the final script to
> finalize his association with the project, I think ARR won't do all these,
> as he has many things to do rather than just investing too much time on only
> one film. So when he sees something interesting in the thread of the film,
> he does it. When it is about an underwater subject, he just agreed to do it.
> He, as a person has that liberty to do it; or that's what I think of it.
> Then these directors, script writers etc. just start with a half or not even
> written script and make mess of everything. Some directors even can't
> understand the magnitude of the music that ARR gives them. So that's it.
> >
> > And after all, ARR makes music for himself, Mani Ratnam makes movies for
> himself; that's why they create extraordinary stuff!! If they do something
> for the masses or others, those will surely be flops and duds.
> >
> > These are just personal opinions, as a movie result doesn't affect me
> from enjoying ARR's music.
> >
> > Happy Diwali! Enjoy ARR's music!
> >
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Anil Nair  wrote:
> > >
> > > Well actually ...I think this is a good subject  or lets say an
> offshoot
> > > of this would be a more interesting one. A good one for a debate.
> > > Why is that AR is not typically associated with small time directors
> and/or
> > > projects I would love to see AR in a movie like 'Wake Up Sid' or a
> > > 'Johnny Gaddar' or 'Aamir' - I wonder if these directors never even
> dare to
> > > approach AR. I mean even a small time movie like JTYJN had AR in it
> only
> > > because Aamir Khan got him into it and the movie then became
> big
> > >
> > > There is a revolution happening in India with these Indie type of
> movies in
> > > India - there have been some fantastic movies over the past few years -
> > > Khosla ka Ghosla, Johnny Gaddar, Aamir, Dev D, Gulaal, Wake Up Sid to
> name a
> > > few. I wish AR was part of such movies as well.
> > >
> > > -A
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > On Fri, Oct 16, 2009 at 8:20 PM, Vithur  wrote:
> > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > Pls change the subject line. AR isnt weak of anything. Its just that
> the
> > > > movie didnt click well, for various reasons.
> > > >
> > > > AR does movie for the sake of the Director ( many a times) ... he is
> a
> > > > people Centric Person
> > > >
> > > > On Sat, Oct 17, 2009 at 2:25 AM, mohammed sajin  wrote:
> > > >
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >> Blue the last disaster in Boss's account!
> > > >>
> > > >> It is very much painful to see all these superior works gone ruin.
> > > >> How many time this happens!!!
> > > >>
> > > >> Except with some established directors(or Ameer Khan), AR movies
> could not
> > > >> manage success in both quality-wise and in box-office.
> > > >>
> > > >> Certainly there is lot of new talented directors in both Hindi and
> Tamil.
> > > >> Unfortunately ARR would not opt them, or viceversa.
> > > >>
> > > >> We don't want anymore movies like BLUE, Yuvvraaj, Sakkarakatti,
> > > >> ATM,Kangalal Kaidhu Sei, E20 U18, Godfather, Parasuraam, Anbe
> aaruyire, SOK,
> > > >> etc etc
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >> <http://sig.graphicsfactory.com/>
> > > >> *
> > > >> *
> > > >> --
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >>
> > > >
> > > >
> > > > --
> > > > regards,
> > > > Vithur
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > > >
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > --
> > > -A
> > > http://viewsnmuse.blogspot.com
> > >
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Help me please

[Kalyan K]

hi..

I think even Wedding Quawali Song from Bombay Dreams will be apt.

Kalyan K.

On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 2:01 PM, Rivjot  wrote:

>
>
> I am not too sure for what mood or at what specific part of the wedding you
> looking for this song.
>
> Kummi Adi - Sillunu Oru Kaadhal ; though its in Tamil but its wedding
> music.
>
> Try Latika's Theme as well.. Kisna flute theme, Kaise Mujhe instrumental,
> Jashan-E-Bahaara flute, Yeh Jo Des Hai Tera shehnai .. actually Shehnai
> kinda fits in wedding mood too
>
> From Non-ARR : Veer Zaara background music (yes, it has released on a CD),
> especially 'Veer Zaara reunited theme' listen to it and see if it fits in
> the mood you want.
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> Vithur  wrote:
> >
> > Hi Sendy
> >
> > Try for Mehndi Hai Rachnewali from Zubeidaa... the best Marriage song
> that
> > one could think of
> >
> > On Wed, Oct 14, 2009 at 8:13 AM, Sendy Via  wrote:
> >
> > >
> > >
> > > Hi Noor, thanks for your reply. Jaage Hain is a beatuful song, indeed.
> I
> > > will play it. Now, i'm still loooking for the traditional instrumental
> hindi
> > > music which is play as the background when the couple walk to the altar
> or
> > > soemtehing like that to receive the bless from the guess... Do you have
> an
> > > idea?
> > >
> > > Regards,
> > > Sendy
> > >
> > > --
> > > *From:* Noor Habib 
> > > *To:* arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com 
>
> > > *Sent:* Wed, October 14, 2009 6:52:26 AM
> > > *Subject:* RE: [arr] Help me please
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Hi I have an idea. You can use ARR's Guru music. I think it's called
> > > Jaage Hain sung by ARR. Very beautiful composition. This will work with
> a
> > > little editing
> > > --
> > > *From:* arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:arrahmanfan
> s...@yahoogroups.com ]
> > > *On Behalf Of *Sendy Via
> > > *Sent:* Tuesday, October 13, 2009 11:45 AM
> > > *To:* arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
> > > *Subject:* [arr] Help me please
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > Hi friends, my sister will be shaadi. She's asking me to search
> > > instrumental wedding song. Please help me what is the title?
> > >
> > > That instrumental song usually played when the both of them walk to the
> > > chairs. I really don't have idea what is that music.
> > >
> > > Please help me. Thanks in advance
> > >
> > > Regards,
> > >
> > > Sendy
> > >
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> > >
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> >
> >
> > --
> > regards,
> > Vithur
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Devoted Work of a Rahmaniac - Santosh Kumar Pandey

[Kalyan K]

Amazing work by SantoshHatsoff to him for his hardwork and dedication.

Kalyan.

On Mon, Oct 5, 2009 at 1:27 PM, vinu thiagu  wrote:

>
>
> GOd bless you Santhoshreally great to have you with us...keep up the
> good work...
>
>
> [image: 
> me!!]
> Vinoo
>
>
>  --
> *From:* Vithur 
> *To:* arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com; Gopal Srinivasan 
> *Sent:* Sun, 4 October, 2009 3:55:18 PM
> *Subject:* [arr] Devoted Work of a Rahmaniac - Santosh Kumar Pandey
>
>
>
> Dear All,
>
> Today, we had the presence of a devoted Rahmaniac by name Santosh Kumar
> Pandey who had come all the way from Maharasthra to be part of our Food
> Distribution Event as well as meet us. It was really touching and heartening
> to have him with us. He had prepared two big albums on ARR. The Album
> consists of all news materials, newspaper cuttings on ARR, right from the
> year 2000. Its a superb collection and a  very comprehensive one too.
>
> He also maintains and runs a A.R. Rahman library in Mumbai. Has all
> collection of journals, magazines in his Library and all possible photo
> collections on ARR.
>
> I am spell bound seeing his work, and I wish every ARR Fan sees it.
>
> Pls do visit his Library in Mumbai. I will get more details on that soon.
>
> I am sure Gopal would love to see his newspaper collections( Album ) . He
> had spent so much of money, hard work in collecting all these info.
>
> This Album is an important Archive for our Groups. I wish Gops has it with
> him .
>
> ARR is the only Musician in the world, to have devoted , dedicated, hard
> working, sincere, honest, God Fearing, Loving , Socialising Human beings as
> Fans, Admirers. May god Bless ARR and his followers.
>
> I am deeply moved by the hard work of Santosh Kumar Pandey. God Bless him
> too.
>
>
>
>
>
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
>
>
>
>
> --
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>
> 
>

Re: [arr] Re: Listen to Raavan's song by Aishwarya Rai

[Kalyan K]

seems to be fake.

On Sun, Oct 4, 2009 at 12:56 AM, Din, D, Nesh wrote:

>
>
> yeah, the tune sounds very un-ARRish and Aishu's Tamil cant be that
> perfect! but it is from her twitter page... hmm
>
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "ichord"  wrote:
> >
> > Song arrangements sound strange for a movie like Raavan and it doesn't
> sound like Aish's voice at all.
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com ,
> "Rivjot"  wrote:
> > >
> > > Aishwarya Rai posted this on her twitter profile -
> > >
> > > A song sung by me in Tamil for Raavan/Ashokavanam with Rahman's tunes!!
> http://twiturm.com/m9vae ; a Super-Exclusive for you guys!! <3 :)
> > >
> > > Done with the film now!! taking a short break for a week and then back
> in action for the final schedule of Vipul's 'Action Replay'!!
> > >
> >
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Does anyone like Aaj Dil from Blue?

[Kalyan K]

i love it...song full of energy n josh...

On Sun, Oct 4, 2009 at 12:55 AM, hiten shah  wrote:

>
>
> I like tht song Start of song is absolutely new Interludes and
> music is fantastic... I like it...
>
> On 10/4/09, ichord  wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> Just curious. Just saw two posts stating that Aaj Dil from Blue wasn't
>> liked. Are there others here who like it like me?
>>
>>
>  
>